Isaiah 34

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

Isaiah 33

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

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

Isaiah 31

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

Isaiah 30

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

Isaiah 29

Isaiah 29:1-14 identifies the second of six woes. This woe focuses on religious hypocrisy in Israel, particularly among the spiritual leaders. God humbles all pride but especially religious pride among those who claim to be His.  In chapters 26-28, we’ve seen a consistent pattern: judgment, preservation of a remnant and restoration leading to the Messianic … Read more

Isaiah 28

Introduction: Isaiah 28 confronts false confidence and spiritual complacency, exposing leaders who trust human wisdom rather than God’s word. God warns that if our security is in anything but Him it will not stand under His judgment, yet He also promises a sure foundation for those who will trust, obey and abide in Him.  His commands … Read more

Isaiah 27

Isaiah 26:20-21-27:1 Chapter 27 does not begin a new idea so much as it completes the hope that closes the previous chapter. Those verses help us recognize that Israel has lived under oppression, discipline, and waiting for deliverance. Rulers rise and fall. False messiah’s promise peace but cannot deliver it. Yet Isaiah ends with the … Read more

Isaiah 26

Isaiah 26 proclaims that true peace and lasting security are found only in trusting the Lord who reigns over history. During judgment and global upheaval described in the surrounding chapters, this song rises as a confession of faith from God’s redeemed people.  Isaiah uses song and poetic language to communicate theology in a way that engages both … Read more

Isaiah 25

Today’s musicians are known for putting together music and lyrics in a poetic way. Successful songs tell a story that touch the hearts and minds of thousands even millions. King David wrote lyrics and music which are contained in the Psalms.  His Words, however, are God breathed, since it was not exclusively David’s writing, but … Read more