How does Isaiah 44:25 reveal God's power over false prophets and diviners? Setting the Scene • Isaiah 44 zooms in on God’s unique authority as Creator and Redeemer of Israel. • In verse 24, the Lord reminds His people that He alone stretched out the heavens and spread out the earth. • Immediately afterward, verse 25 shows what that unrivaled power means for every competing spiritual voice. Key Verse (Isaiah 44:25) “who foils the signs of false prophets and makes fools of diviners, who turns wise men back and makes their knowledge foolish” What the Verse Reveals About God’s Power • “Foils the signs” – He sabotages their predicted “signs” so they never come true. • “Makes fools of diviners” – He exposes their claims as empty, humiliating them before all. • “Turns wise men back” – Even the era’s most respected counselors end up retreating in confusion. • “Makes their knowledge foolish” – What sounds impressive on the surface collapses as nonsense under God’s scrutiny. Why False Prophets Can’t Stand Against Him • God alone controls future events (Isaiah 46:9-10). Any forecast outside His counsel is doomed. • He guards His people from deception by undercutting lies (Deuteronomy 18:20-22). • His truth is self-authenticating; darkness scatters when light appears (John 1:5). • He will not share His glory with another, especially not with counterfeit spiritual guides (Isaiah 42:8). Encouragement for Today • We can rest, knowing no occult practice or new-age trend has genuine power over God’s plans. • Scripture, not human speculation, is our sure prophetic word (2 Peter 1:19). • When culture elevates clever gurus, believers can confidently cling to God’s unchanging revelation. • The Lord who “foils” and “confounds” will also vindicate those who stand on His Word. Supporting Scriptures • Deuteronomy 18:20-22 – tests for a true prophet • 1 Kings 18:36-39 – Elijah vs. Baal’s prophets, fire proves the true God • Jeremiah 14:14 – God condemns lying visions • 1 Corinthians 1:19 – “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise” • 1 John 4:1-4 – test the spirits; He who is in you is greater |
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