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The prophet #Isaiah is expressing a deep longing for #God, especially in times of darkness or struggle (night). He's saying that when God shows His presence and justice ("judgments"), people will learn to live rightly. ⚡ "My soul yearns for God, even in the night. When God shows up, people learn to do right."⚡

Beloved "The Wire" actor Isiah Whitlock Jr. dies at 71: Isiah Whitlock Jr., the charismatic character actor best known for his unforgettable portrayal of corrupt Maryland State Senator Clay Davis on HBO's "The Wire," passed away on December 30, 2025, in New York City at age 71 following a brief illness . His manager, Brian Liebman, confirmed the news on Instagram, describing Whitlock as "a brilliant actor and even better person" who was loved by all who knew him . Tributes poured in from collaborators like "The Wire" creator David Simon, who called him "an exemplary gentleman," and Spike Lee, with whom he worked on films including "Da 5 Bloods" and "BlacKkKlansman" .Iconic RolesWhitlock's signature catchphrase "sheeeee-it" from Clay Davis became a cultural phenomenon, even inspiring a bobblehead doll . He reprised political schemer vibes as Secretary of Defense George Maddox on "Veep" and appeared in Showtime's "Your Honor" plus Netflix's recent "The Residence" . Film highlights include Spike Lee projects like "25th Hour," "Chi-Raq," and Martin Scorsese's "Goodfellas" .Early Life and LegacyBorn in 1954 in South Bend, Indiana, as one of 11 siblings, Whitlock studied theater at Southwest Minnesota State University after a football injury His decades-long career spanned theater, TV, and film, earning off-Broadway nominations and leaving a void in ensemble storytelling . Fans and peers mourn a talent whose warmth matched his on-screen flair. Story By Donnell Ballard. the last story for 2025. #Isaiah #HowDidHeDie #CelebrityLoss #RasheedWallace

To anyone who feels emotionally distant from God

I didn’t stop believing in God. I just stopped feeling close to Him. That distance scared me more than doubt ever did. That’s why I think about Isaiah in chapter 6. Before the calling, before the mission, Isaiah becomes painfully aware of the distance between himself and God. He doesn’t feel connected—he feels exposed. Overwhelmed. Unworthy. The Bible doesn’t rush past that moment. God doesn’t tell Isaiah to try harder or feel better. He closes the distance Himself. If God feels far away today, Scripture doesn’t accuse you of drifting. Sometimes distance is not disobedience—it’s the space where God moves toward you first. #FeelingDistant #Isaiah #FaithAndEmotion #SpiritualDistance #BiblicalComfort

The Bible never says “The lion will lie down with the lamb.”

Most people are sure this image is biblical. It’s everywhere—sermons, paintings, children’s books, even Christmas cards. But that line is not in the Bible. Isaiah actually says the wolf will dwell with the lamb. Not the lion. That difference matters more than it sounds. Lions symbolize power. Wolves symbolize threat. We turned a dangerous image into a gentle one. And in doing so, we softened the vision. Isaiah was not describing a world where strength becomes cute. He was describing a world where violence is restrained. Many believers search for this verse when they are tired of conflict— in families, politics, churches. They want reassurance that everything will become harmless. But the Bible does not promise harmlessness. It promises restraint, justice, and transformation under God’s rule. If peace still feels fragile and incomplete, that does not mean prophecy failed. It may mean we remembered it wrong. #BibleMisconceptions #MandelaEffect #BiblicalProphecy #Isaiah #DidYouKnow

Isaiah 43:19

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Isaiah 40:29 (NIV)

Be encouraged by this uplifting Bible verse for strength from Isaiah 40:29 (NIV): “He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.” A reminder that God renews your spirit and empowers you when you feel faint. Let these Bible verses for strength inspire your faith and guide your Bible study today. ✝️ #BibleVerse #BibleQuotes #BibleStudy #Faith #Grace #Isaiah #Jesus #ChristianLiving #Encouragement #BibleVersesForStrength #TrustGod