Monthly Archives: September 2012

Isaiah 57 warns those who continue in wickedness, who continue to worship idols that they will not experience peace. They keep turning away. God is still there with the offer to heal and forgive when they are ready to receive. … Continue reading →

Isaiah 55 and 56 speak of the fact that God’s covenant with Israel will now be extended to other nations. God’s grace is greater than anything we can conceive. His love is more expansive that our limited minds can comprehend. … Continue reading →

Isaiah 53 is one of the most profound passages of the work that Jesus our Messiah accomplished for us. It describes His passion in such detail that it is almost as if Isaiah was standing there during those last hours. … Continue reading →

In Isaiah 51 and 52 God tells his people not to fear their oppressors. God will deliver them from those who would do them harm. They need not fight the battle themselves because God will go before them. They need … Continue reading →

Isaiah 49 and 50 begin several chapters that refer to the suffering servant of the Lord. We who are Christians believe they speak directly of Jesus. As we read these passages we can aspects of Jesus life, death and ultimate … Continue reading →

In Isaiah 47 God speaks to Babylon and Chaldea. He explains that they only came to power because He was angry with His people. They may have thought that they would be powerful forever and that their wealth would remain … Continue reading →

Isaiah 45 and 46 speak of Cyrus, God’s chosen anointed one, who will save the people of Israel and rid the nation of idols. Cyrus is from Persia and yet he is righteous. He respects the God of Israel. Because … Continue reading →

Isaiah 43 and 44 continue in the same vein as the preceding chapters. God repeats his love for Israel. He affirms that they are His chosen people. He continues to offer them forgiveness. He reminds them that they gods our … Continue reading →

Isaiah 41 and 42 contain several repeated phrases: my servant…whom I have chosen; do not fear…I am with you; I am your God/the Lord. Even though the people will be going through tough times God wants them to know that … Continue reading →

Isaiah 39 tells of Hezekiah’s poor judgment trusting the King of Babylon. Isaiah informs the king that Babylon will one day take all of the treasures he showed Babylon’s king. Isaiah 40 returns to prophecy. It speaks words of comfort. … Continue reading →