Isaiah 66:9
Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)
What Does This Mean?
In this verse, God is speaking and asking rhetorical questions to emphasize that once He starts a process, He will see it through. He says that He will not start something and then prevent it from happening. The key message is about God's faithfulness and completion of what He initiates.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're planting a seed. Once you've planted it, you expect it to grow into a plant, right? God is saying the same thing. He doesn't start something and then stop it from growing. He always sees things through.
Historical Background
This verse comes from the Book of Isaiah, written around 700 BC. Isaiah was a prophet to the Southern Kingdom of Judah. This passage is part of a section where God is reassuring His people about His plans and faithfulness, despite their hardships.
Living It Out Today
Think about a time when you started a project but felt unsure if you could finish it. This verse reminds us that when God starts something in our lives, He is committed to seeing it through. It encourages trust in God's plan and faithfulness.