The craving to ease tension has spawned an entire industry, including walk-in backrub stores in shopping malls across the country. No matter what the problem, our initial response is to treat the symptoms rather than the cause. During the days of Isaiah, God's people were not experiencing the Lord's blessing. Isaiah condemned their hypocrisy and told them they needed to change. If they would free the oppressed, share with the hungry, house the homeless, and clothe the naked, God would bless them with healing, answered prayer, guidance, strength, and joy.
Religious activity is no substitute for an obedient heart.
Religious activity is no substitute for an obedient heart.