Isaiah 37 describes one of the great turning points in biblical history and what it means to trust the Lord during an overwhelming crisis. To understand this chapter, we need to consider the historical background that goes back to the reign of King Ahaz, the father of Hezekiah. During the days of Ahaz, Judah faced a … Read more
(Leviticus 23:15-16) ‘You shall also count for yourselves from the day after the sabbath, from the day when you brought in the sheaf of the wave offering; there shall be seven complete sabbaths. {16} ‘You shall count fifty days to the day after the seventh sabbath; then you shall present a new grain offering to … Read more
As we come to Isaiah 36, we arrive at a major turning point in the book. Up to this point, Isaiah has largely been prophetic warnings, visions, judgments against the nations and Judah and Israel, and pictures of Messiah’s coming Kingdom. We’ve seen Judah’s rebellion and God’s holiness in Isaiah 1–6. The promise of Immanuel … Read more
Isaiah 35 is a striking and wonderful contrast to the judgment of Isaiah 34. Where chapter 34 describes desolation, death, and the judgment of rebellious nations, chapter 35 reveals restoration, healing, and the joy of redemption. Together they are a prophetic pairing: judgment on the wicked and salvation for the remnant. Isaiah 35 is not … Read more
Isaiah 34 — The Day of the Lord: Judgment Before Redemption As we have seen throughout “The Gospel according to Isaiah,” the prophet consistently reveals a pattern: Judgment, Rededication, Restoration, The coming Messianic King and His Kingdom. In Isaiah 1–33, God warned Judah of coming judgment for her sin and looking to men rather than Him. God … Read more
As we have walked through Isaiah together, let’s consider what we’ve seen. I have named these studies “The Gospel according to Isaiah.” Gospel means “Good News” but it includes not just the blessings found in Messiah but also the truth of why we need a Messiah. We need to understand that we have sinned and … Read more
Isaiah 32 – The King, the Spirit, and the Coming Transformation Isaiah 32 follows up on the previous chapters when Judah was looking to Egypt and other nations for their security. Isaiah gives a vision of the holy and righteous reign of the coming King and the transformation of God’s people and creation through His Spirit. … Read more
Passover for Israel was and remains a time for Israel to remember. To recall our redemption from bondage and how God who delivered us from bondage and slavery. Moses wrote: (Exo 12:24-27) “And you shall observe this event as an ordinance for you and your children forever. “And it will come about when you enter … Read more
Isaiah 31 continues the prophetic warning that began in Isaiah 30. Judah was facing an immanent attack from Assyria; her leaders believed the only solution was a political alliance with Egypt. This appeared to be a wise approach since Judah and Israel believed that Egypt had the armies to stand against them. They had horses, … Read more
The Book of Isaiah contains the Gospel because it reveals the holiness of God, the sin of man, the necessity of repentance, the promise of atonement, the preservation of a remnant, and the hope of a coming Redeemer who restores both Israel and the nations. In Isaiah’s day, Judah faced an attack by the Assyrians. … Read more
This book will help you to trace the source of Jewish and Christian faith through the Land, the people, and the Scriptures. Presented with “you are there” imagery enriched with Old Testament prophecy and New Testament fulfillment. It will help you to understand the unity between Old and New Covenants.
Where Jesus Walked is an excellent travel companion for a trip to Israel, personal devotions, Bible studies, or as a background for the history and events in the life of Yeshua.
The Scripture references uniquely correlate Old Testament prophecy from 500 to 3500 years before the birth of Yeshua with New Covenant fulfillment. Full-color locator maps help readers understand the geographic context of the events. Over 100 full-page photographs place you at the sites where the events occurred and help to visualize what took place.
Fascinating personal portraits of 24 people who walked with Yeshua complete the story of the New Covenant and provide historical background to the people in His earthly life. Including the Apostles, Mary, Martha, Mary Magdalene, Herod, and others.