Connect Isaiah 66:23 with Hebrews 10:25 on the importance of gathering for worship. A Vision of Continuous Worship (Isaiah 66:23) “ ‘And from one New Moon to another and from one Sabbath to another, all mankind will come to worship before Me,’ says the LORD.” • The verse looks forward to a future reality where worship is universal and rhythmic—New Moon to New Moon, Sabbath to Sabbath. • God Himself anchors the gathering: “before Me.” Worship is relational, not merely ritual. • The scope is “all mankind,” showing that corporate worship will not fade with time; it will reach its fullest expression in the age to come. An Ongoing Mandate for the Church (Hebrews 10:25) “Let us not neglect meeting together, as some have made a habit, but let us encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” • The instruction is for “us,” a community of believers, to keep assembling. • Neglecting fellowship is called a “habit” to be broken. • Gathering is tied to mutual encouragement and to preparing for “the Day,” Christ’s return. Two Passages, One Heartbeat Isaiah 66:23 paints the end goal; Hebrews 10:25 gives the present marching orders. • Isaiah shows the future certainty of universal, ongoing worship. • Hebrews commands present faithfulness to regular worship, knowing that the ultimate gathering is ahead. • Both passages reveal God’s desire: people united in His presence, rhythmically and intentionally. Why Regular Gathering Matters • It mirrors heaven’s rhythm now (Isaiah 66:23). • It obeys a clear New Testament command (Hebrews 10:25). • It fuels mutual encouragement (Hebrews 3:13; 1 Thessalonians 5:11). • It centers us on truth—“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching” (Acts 2:42). • It witnesses to the world (John 13:35). • It anticipates the final assembly of Revelation 7:9-10. Practical Ways to Live This Out • Set the Lord’s Day apart: Psalm 122:1—“I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD.’ ” • Prioritize presence over convenience; plan week-to-week around worship. • Engage actively—sing, pray, listen, serve (Colossians 3:16-17). • Cultivate community: share meals, needs, and joys as in Acts 2:46. • Encourage someone each gathering—look for a soul to lift. • Remember the goal: every service rehearses the coming global, eternal worship foretold in Isaiah 66:23. Looking Ahead with Expectation Each assembly is a down payment on the day when “all mankind will come to worship” and every knee will bow (Philippians 2:10-11). Faithful weekly gatherings keep hearts tuned for that glorious chorus. |
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