Apostle Allison Smith Conliff explores the biblical warnings found in Isaiah 30 and 31, focusing on the dangers of seeking worldly solutions over divine guidance. Apostle Conliff emphasizes that the ancient Israelites erred by turning to Egypt for military protection rather than trusting in God’s promises. The message serves as a call for modern believers to maintain consistent integrity and a deep personal relationship with the Holy Spirit every day of the week. Listeners are urged to reject rebellious independence and "fleshly" alliances, as these eventually lead to shame and spiritual failure. Ultimately, the message highlights that true blessing and protection come only through total obedience and an available, surrendered heart.

Key Points:

The imagery of Egypt serves as a powerful symbol for both spiritual rebellion and worldly suppression, specifically within the context of the Israelites' historical and spiritual relationship with God.

The Apostle describes Egypt as a representation of the world's system and culture, which stands in direct opposition to God's precepts. Spiritual rebellion is characterized by the following:

• Rejecting God’s Counsel: Rebellion occurs when the "children of God" choose to seek counsel from "the heathen" or those against God’s principles rather than consulting Him. Making "wrong alliances" with Egypt is presented as a failure to trust in God's infinite wisdom.
• Trusting in the "Arms of Flesh": Egypt represents the desire to rely on human strength, specifically military power, horses, and chariots, instead of the spirit of God. The Apostle warns that trusting in the "shadow of Egypt" or the "arms of flesh" will ultimately lead to shame, confusion, and failure.
• Double Standards: Rebellion is also framed as trying to live a "secret life" or a "double standard," where one attempts to serve both God and the world. The Apostle warns that "you cannot live in the world and dance in the church".

Beyond rebellion, Egypt symbolizes the bondage and pressure exerted by worldly systems:

• Historical Oppression: The Apostle highlights that the Israelites were physically "suppressed under Egypt" and that Pharaoh was never for God.
• The Weight of Disobedience: Choosing the "way of the heathen" leads to suppression in the form of spiritual "woe" and troubles. Disobedience carries a "real price," exemplified by the Israelites being forced to wander for 40 years on a journey that should have taken only 30 to 50 days.
• Spiritual Stagnation: The imagery suggests that when believers return to "Egypt" (the world) for help, they are returning to a place of suppression that God already delivered them from. This is described as backsliding, which is not considered an option for a believer.

Seeking help from Egypt, representing the world, results in becoming an enemy of God. While God is noted for His mercy and provision even during times of disobedience, there is a stern warning that those who prioritize worldly status or human alliances over God will "kindle the anger" of the Almighty. The imagery of Egypt serves as a reminder that true strength and protection come only from a consistent relationship with God, rather than the temporary and deceptive security of worldly power.

Rec. Date: 9th June, 2024