In this moment, the prophet Isaiah seeks a sign from God to reassure King Hezekiah of his recovery from illness. God responds by performing a miracle: the shadow on the sundial, or the stairway of Ahaz, moves backward by ten steps. This supernatural event signifies God's control over time and the universe, emphasizing His omnipotence. It reassures Hezekiah of God's promise to extend his life and protect Jerusalem. Such a miraculous sign underscores the deep relationship between God and His people, where God listens and responds to their needs. This passage encourages believers to have faith in God's power and His ability to intervene in their lives, offering hope and reassurance in times of uncertainty. It also highlights the role of prophets as intermediaries who communicate God's will and perform acts that reveal His divine nature.
Then the prophet Isaiah called on the Lord, and the Lord made the shadow go back the ten steps it had gone down on the stairway of Ahaz.
2 Kings 20:11
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