Peace Like a River, Righteousness Like the Waves is today’s episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, where we read Isaiah 45 through 50 and reflect on what it means to truly listen to the Lord and walk in His ways. Through prophecy, poetry, and promise, Isaiah reminds us that God alone brings salvation, peace, and righteousness. When His people listen, peace flows steadily like a river. When they trust Him, righteousness moves with the unstoppable force of ocean waves. Today’s Scripture Reading Isaiah 45–50 These chapters declare God’s sovereignty over nations and history, His power to save, and His patience with a stubborn people. Again and again, the Lord reminds Israel that there is no other God, no other Savior, and no other source of peace. Commentary: Peace That Cannot Be Stopped In today’s commentary, we focus on Isaiah 48:17–18, where God speaks tenderly yet honestly to His people. He tells them that if they had listened, their peace would have been like a river and their righteousness like the waves of the sea. Using the imagery of the ocean, Steve reflects on how waves cannot be resisted. They carry surfers, move divers, and humble sailors. In the same way, God’s love and righteousness are meant to carry us forward when we trust Him. His love is lavish, active, and meant to be lived out, not merely admired. A Personal Word Steve also shares briefly and honestly from the heart about the importance of community within the Lifespring family. This show has always been more than a broadcast. It is a family that prays, listens, and walks together. Even a short note of encouragement or prayer means more than listeners may realize. On This Date in Church History 1746 – Isaac Watts publishes Hymns and Spiritual Songs, transforming Christian worship with Christ-centered hymnody. 1864 – Henry Alford’s Greek New Testament gains wide use, strengthening biblical scholarship among pastors and teachers. 1907 – The Salvation Army launches major Christmas outreach campaigns, combining gospel proclamation with practical compassion. Prayer and the Lifespring! Family Hotline Our next prayer episode is coming soon. If you have a prayer request or praise to share, you are invited to submit it. You can send your request at https://lifespringmedia.com/contact, email Steve directly, or use the Lifespring! Family Hotline. Support Lifespring! If this podcast encourages you, helps you stay in God’s Word, or strengthens your faith, consider supporting Lifespring! through Value for Value giving. You can learn more and support the show at https://support.lifespringmedia.com. Lifespring! WhyChristmas Be sure to check out the Lifespring! WhyChristmas Advent series, with daily episodes exploring the meaning, history, and traditions of Christmas. Connect With Lifespring! Comment on this episode: comment.lifespringmedia.com Prayer requests and contact: lifespringmedia.com/contact Support the show: support.lifespringmedia.com Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind is a Lifespring! Media production, hosted by Steve Webb, the OG Godcaster, podcasting since 2004.