Category: Isaiah

1 An oracle concerning Moab. Ar of Moab is laid waste in a night, Moab is undone; Ar of Moab is laid waste in a night, 2 He has gone up to the temple, and to Dibon, to the high places to weep; over Nebo and over Medeba Moab wails. On every head is baldness;…

2 but your iniquities have made a separation between you and your God, and your sins have hidden his face from you so that he does not hear. Setting the Scene for Isaiah 59:2 In Isaiah chapter 59, the prophet Isaiah is addressing the people of Israel, pointing out their sins and the consequences of…

Isaiah 12:1-6 is about praising and giving thanks to God for His salvation and faithfulness, recognizing His strength and mercy in times of trouble and joy. 1 You will say in that day: “I will give thanks to you, O Lord, for though you were angry with me, your anger turned away, that you might…

Isaiah 28:6 is about God providing wisdom and knowledge to those who seek Him diligently and trust in His guidance. 6 and a spirit of justice to him who sits in judgment, and strength to those who turn back the battle at the gate. Setting the Scene for Isaiah 28:6 In Isaiah chapter 28, we…

Isaiah 37:36 is about the divine intervention of the Lord, where an angel of the Lord struck down the Assyrian army besieging Jerusalem and delivered the people from their enemies. 36 And the angel of the Lord went out and struck down a hundred and eighty-five thousand in the camp of the Assyrians. And when…

Isaiah 42:19 is about God’s frustration with people who are blind and deaf to His truth, despite being given countless opportunities to see and hear. 19 Who is blind but my servant, or deaf as my messenger whom I send? Who is blind as my dedicated one, or blind as the servant of the Lord?…

Isaiah 47:13-14 is about the utter futility of relying on astrologers, stargazers, and magicians for guidance and protection, emphasizing the supremacy of God’s power and control over all worldly forces. 13 You are wearied with your many counsels; let them stand forth and save you, those who divide the heavens, who gaze at the stars,…

Isaiah 59:12 is about the acknowledgment of the sins and transgressions of the people, recognizing their separation from God due to their wrongdoings. 12 For our transgressions are multiplied before you, and our sins testify against us; for our transgressions are with us, and we know our iniquities: Setting the Scene for Isaiah 59:12 In…

Isaiah 63:1-6 is about God’s redemption and judgment, symbolized by a warrior returning victorious from battle, with the blood of his enemies staining his robes as a reminder of his wrath against those who oppose Him. 1 Who is this who comes from Edom, in crimsoned garments from Bozrah, he who is splendid in his…

Isaiah 9:12 is about a warning to those who arrogantly ignore the consequences of their actions and defiance against God, leading to their destruction. 12 The Syrians on the east and the Philistines on the west devour Israel with open mouth. Setting the Scene for Isaiah 9:12 In Isaiah chapter 9, we find a scene…