That often leaves us, just like the disciples, feeling deserted and alone. But this week's passages have reminded us that we are very much not alone.

credited to him as righteousness.” 23  The words “it was credited to him” were written not for him alone The words it was credited to him  weren’t written for his sake alone, but also for us, to whom God will

He saw many Gentile unbelievers come to faith through the good news of free grace in Jesus Christ alone from any sin that is tempting you this week and receive the free grace of God through Jesus Christ alone

Your will alone is good.

Satisfied with neither personal righteousness alone nor social justice alone, they cry for both.

heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound. 8  In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone

In this way, everyone who trusts in Christ alone has the all surpassing righteousness that God requires

On the other hand, those who seriously desire to turn to God,  to be pleasing to God alone, and to be But Isaiah here promises that you won't walk this difficult road alone.

And so help us to give up our trust in creatures and to put trust in you alone.

It quickly becomes evident that this final passage of the chapter doesn't stand alone: the assurances