I love the Jericho connection, and the resonance with Isaiah is so important. Jesus’ generation was like grumbling Israel in the ‘oppressive’ wilderness, but also self-righteous like Isaiah’s generation. What generational (and personal) sins are we blind to? Whether it’s flagrant sin or just wresting control from God, may we surrender the concept of life on our terms. Whatever our idols, we can be sure confession and repentance are near to the heart of God.
I love the Jericho connection, and the resonance with Isaiah is so important. Jesus’ generation was like grumbling Israel in the ‘oppressive’ wilderness, but also self-righteous like Isaiah’s generation. What generational (and personal) sins are we blind to? Whether it’s flagrant sin or just wresting control from God, may we surrender the concept of life on our terms. Whatever our idols, we can be sure confession and repentance are near to the heart of God.