Isaiah 30:21

Arabic Bible (GNA) Good News Arabic - 1993 (الترجمة العربية المشتركة)

إذا مِلتَ يمينا أو يسارا تسمَعُ كَلامَ قائِلٍ مِنْ ورائِكَ: «هذا هوَ الطَّريقُ فا سلُكوا».

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Isaiah says that God will guide you, speaking to you as if from behind you, telling you which path to take, whether it's to the right or left. God is speaking, and the key message is about divine guidance.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're in a maze, and you can hear a voice behind you saying, 'Go left here, go right there.' That's like God guiding you, telling you which way to go so you don't get lost.

Historical Background

Isaiah wrote this around 700 BCE, likely to the people of Jerusalem. At the time, the nation was facing threats from powerful empires, and Isaiah often encouraged the people to trust in God rather than in human strategies.

Living It Out Today

Think about a time when you had to choose between two difficult options. This verse reminds you that God can guide you through tough decisions, like choosing between two job offers or deciding whether to move for a new opportunity.

Topics

• guidance
• trust
• divine help
• decision-making
• direction
• hearing God

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 30:19
• Psalm 32:8
• Proverbs 3:5-6
• Matthew 7:13-14
• Romans 8:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this verse mean God will literally speak to us behind us?

While God can speak to us in various ways, this verse uses imagery to convey that God will guide us, metaphorically speaking to us as we make decisions.

How can I apply this verse when making decisions?

When facing decisions, seek God's guidance through prayer and by listening to His voice, which may come through Scripture, wise counsel, or a sense of peace.

Is this verse only for difficult choices?

This verse applies to all choices in life, big or small, reminding us that God is always guiding us in the right direction.

How does this verse relate to trusting God?

It emphasizes trust in God's guidance, showing that we should follow His direction even when we can't see the whole path ahead.