From the local and temporary national deliverance the prophet now speaks of the everlasting deliverance under Messiah’s reign, not merely His first coming, but chiefly His second coming. The language and illustrations are still drawn from the temporary national subject,… Read More ›
Isaiah
The Battle Of Armageddon – Isaiah 34:1-17
In the immediate context, Isaiah continues the thought of the coming judgment against the Assyrians. But in the larger context, we can see this passage as an announcement of the judgment of come upon the nations during the Great Tribulation…. Read More ›
Politics And Faith – Isaiah 30:1-33
This prophecy was given at a time when the Assyrian army was attacking Israel and Judah. The northern kingdom of Israel would be conquered by Assyria, and the people of Israel would be taken into exile. The Assyrians would then… Read More ›
Patience God’s Way – Isaiah 40:25-31
Those who hope in God will not be deficient in strength. We must not become agitated, or throw ourselves forward rashly, but “wait” patiently. In this passage waiting means patience and hope. In this passage I want to talk about… Read More ›
Isaiah’s Commission – Isaiah 6:1-13
At the heart of Isaiah’s ministry lies this vision of God. In it he sees the glory of God, and yet he makes no attempt to describe God Himself, probably because what he saw was indescribable. So instead he is… Read More ›
Unto Us A Child Is Born – Isaiah 9:1-21
The gloom from chapter 8 carries on into chapter 9 but there is a promise of a day of special blessing. 1. The government of the promised son (vs 1-7) Since Ahaz is not willing to trust in God, then… Read More ›
Hezekiah And The War Against Pride – Isaiah 39:1-8
1. A letter from the king of Babylon (vs. 1) This was seemingly a gesture of kindness from the king of Babylon, showing concern to Hezekiah as fellow royalty. The presence of Merodach-Baladan shows this was more than a courtesy… Read More ›
Hezekiah And The War Against Death – Isaiah 38:1-21
1. Hezekiah becomes very sick (vs. 1) Hezekiah is not well and gets a visit from Isaiah who doesn’t bring a get well card! He tells him that he is going to die! God was remarkably kind to Hezekiah, telling… Read More ›
Hezekiah And The War Against Assyria Part Two – Isaiah 37:1-38
The war against Assyria continues on from Isaiah 36 with no battle so far. 1. Reassurance from Isaiah (vs. 1-7) The three men relayed the message of Rabshakeh to Hezekiah. The king was distressed and went into the temple to… Read More ›
Hezekiah And The War Against Assyria Part One – Isaiah 36:1-22
Hezekiah means “God is Mighty”. He was Judah’s great king because of his overall faith in God. 1. Hezekiah fights wars War against idolatry (2 Chronicles 29:3-31:21 & 2 Kings 18:4-6.) He restored temple worship. He won this war. War… Read More ›
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