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Sennacherib was the arrogant king of Assyria. As he planned his strategy to destroy Jerusalem, he sent this message to Judah’s king, Hezekiah:

And the Rabshakeh said to them, “Say to Hezekiah, ‘Thus says the great king, the king of Assyria: On what do you rest this trust of yours? Do you think that mere words are strategy and power for war? In whom do you now trust, that you have rebelled against me?’”

–2 Kings 18:19-20

As soon as Hezekiah heard the message, he began to pray. The living God answered his prayer. Through the prophet Isaiah, God delivered this reply to Sennacherib:

Whom have you mocked and reviled? Against whom have you raised your voice and lifted your eyes to the heights? Against the Holy One of Israel!

–2 Kings 19:22

Isaiah reminded the pompous king of Assyria that God was Qedosh Yisrael—the Holy One of Israel. How dare Sennacherib challenge Qedosh Yisrael and his people!

The name Qedosh Yisrael describes the uniqueness of God. He is holy — set apart from all things. Through Christ, God makes us holy (Hebrews 10:10). That is our position in Christ, and it is also to be our practice. Peter reminded believers not to give in to evil desires. Peter said, “But just as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct; since it is written, ‘You shall be holy, for I am holy’” (1 Peter 1:15-16).

Qedosh Yisrael,

There is no one like you. You are unique, set apart, and separated from evil. Thank you for making me holy through the work of Jesus. I know you call me not to give in to my evil desires. I need your help, strength, and power. And I need your forgiveness for my failures. Help me live a holy life set apart for you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.  

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