“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10
“Do not fear” is a phrase God spoke often to His servants of old (for example Abraham, Isaac, and Joshua). Because our sinful nature is hesitant to believe that there is nothing whatsoever to fear if God says, “I am with you,” He must say it again and again to strengthen our faith.
The Lord’s command to the Israelites to “not fear” contrasts with the fright of pagans cited in earlier verses.
God had bared His “right hand” at the first Exodus in order to destroy the power of Pharaoh. The phrase indicates His sovereignty and strength over all who oppose Him.
The phrase “my righteous right hand” indicates that God will fight for His people because hand (including the forearm) is an image for God’s saving power. And the “right hand”, in Israelite thought, was the favored hand. As such, it symbolized the place of privilege or strength. The chief court official was seated at the king’s right hand as a symbol of his power and authority.
Today, follow where the Lord leads, according to the teachings of His Word. He will take you by the hand and walk with you to clear the way, so great is His mercy in Christ.
God’s blessings on your day…