# May 3/D123: What If God Wants To Give A Sign? (Isaiah 7-9)

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Podcast: [Rinse, Reflect, Repeat 365 Alphabetical Bible Devotional w/ Anita Cordell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rinse-reflect-repeat-365-alphabetical-bible-devotional-w-anita-cordell-7137022)
Published: 2026-05-03T07:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Exploring the spiritual danger of feigning righteousness to avoid hearing difficult truths from God. Using the biblical account of King Ahaz, this episode examines how we often reject divine guidance to protect our own comfort.

## Highlights
- Failure mode: Using religious language to mask a refusal to hear God's actual message
- Main idea: King Ahaz's refusal to ask for a sign was likely a way to avoid a potentially uncomfortable revelation
- Practical takeaway: Write down any perceived signs or impressions you receive today and ask for confirmation
- Main idea: True intimacy with God requires the vulnerability to hear both correction and hope
- Practical takeaway: Use a journal to reflect on daily spiritual conversations and track divine prompts

## Topics

Isaiah, Biblical interpretation, Spiritual growth, Prayer, Scripture study, Christianity, Divine revelation, Self-reflection

## Chapters
- 0:00 — Introduction to Daily Devotion: An introduction to the alphabetical Bible reading journey and the purpose of daily reflection.
- 1:00 — The Deception of Ahaz: An analysis of Isaiah 7:11-12, focusing on how Ahaz used a facade of piety to decline a sign from God.
- 2:00 — The Fear of Hearing Truth: Discussing how the fear of divine correction can lead us to reject communication from God.
- 3:20 — Seeking Confirmation: An invitation to actively look for signs and document impressions in a journal.
- 4:30 — Preparing for Revelation: A call to readiness for whatever God may reveal, whether it be difficult correction or much-needed hope.

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