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Misplaced Trust: When Nations Rely on Power Instead of God | Isaiah 17–19
Episode Overview
What happens when nations trust everything but God? In this episode we walk through Isaiah 17 through 19. Damascus, Cush, and Egypt all come under judgment—nations that leaned on fortifications, military strategy, alliances, and idols instead of their Creator. Those who look to God, by contrast, find blessing.
Then Isaiah 19 surprises us: a coming day when Egypt will be called God's people, and Egypt, Assyria, and Israel will worship together. Even former enemies can become partners in blessing when they turn to God.
Key Themes
• Judgment on misplaced trust
• Relying on power…
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