Isaiah 7

Chapters 1–5 outlined Judah and Israel’s sins. In chapter 6, we learn of the Lord’s call on Isaiah to bring the nation to conviction and repentance. The two main sections of Isaiah begin with similar themes. In each section, a king of Judah faces a military threat. Isaiah delivers God’s word of hope to each king, offering … Read more

Isaiah 6

Isaiah 6 reveals the prophet’s vision of the Lord in the Temple and his commissioning. This chapter reveals God’s holiness and majesty in comparison to man’s depravity, both the prophet and in His chosen people Israel. We learn of God’s call of Isaiah amid God’s impending judgment on Israel for their sin. It also foreshadows … Read more

Isaiah 5

Isaiah in this chapter describes God as the covenant keeping Husband of Israel. He lovingly cultivates His vineyard Israel for righteousness, but they bore rebellion instead of grapes. He called them to repent through judgment, ultimately sending His Son, Yeshua the Messiah, as both Judge and Redeemer. God’s purpose is to call God’s covenant people … Read more

Isaiah 4

Isaiah 4 is a short chapter—but packed with prophetic hope. It follows the dire judgment of Chapter 3, where Zion is stripped of her pride and security. But now, Isaiah lifts our eyes to a restored Jerusalem, where a holy remnant, the presence of God, and the Branch of the LORD dwell together. A key … Read more

Isaiah 3

 V 1-3 It’s so important to know the historical setting of time that Isaiah spoke to Israel’s kings and people. Moral decay and social injustice are not hidden from the Lord. When Leadership forsakes God His discipline comes but the prophet offers hope to those who will repent.  Despite Israel’s failure God’s covenant purposes will prevail. … Read more

Isaiah 2

Isaiah 2 looks to God’s future reign over all nations through His Messiah, Yeshua. He will bring justice, peace, and universal worship—but first, human pride must be humbled and judged. V 1-2 The Prophetic Vision of the Messianic Kingdom.  “In the last days” – This is the End-Times Hope of God’s people, the city that the … Read more

Isaiah 1

The book of the prophet Isaiah was written 700 years before the birth of Yeshua and is often called the “Fifth Gospel” because of his prophecies concerning the coming Messiah. His writings speak of God’s judgment on Israel and her ultimate restoration, from the promise of a Redeemer who would set up God’s Kingdom on … Read more

Matthew 28

Matthew’s gospel has a specific plan and purpose. Chapter 28 is the climax of everything else he has written under the guidance of God’s Holy Spirit. The central event, the resurrection of Jesus Christ, is also the central event of God’s redemptive history. The resurrection is the cornerstone of our faith, and everything that we … Read more

Matthew 27:1-26

Matthew 27:1-2 – The trial at the end of Matt. 26 was illegal here are some of the reasons: Nighttime Trial: According to Jewish law, a trial could not be held at night, especially in cases of capital punishment. The trial in Matthew 26 took place at night, violating this practice.  Lack of Due Process: The Sanhedrin (the Jewish court) … Read more

Matthew 26

Matthew 26:1-2 – Jesus declares that in two days He is going to be delivered up for crucifixion. The leadership had determined to rid themselves of Jesus because he was a continual threat to their authority. They worried about the volatile atmosphere that existed in Jerusalem and the cozy arrangement that they had with Rome. Religious … Read more