Lessons

V 1-5 Isaiah 13 begins a section through chapter 23 that is described as God’s Word against the Nations. It begins with God’s decrees against Babylon. Babylon at this time was not yet the world empire it would later become under Nebuchadnezzar. In Isaiah’s time (8th century BC), Assyria was the dominant power. Yet God … Read more

Isaiah 12 Isaiah’s name means “Jehovah is salvation,” and “salvation” is a key theme in this song. “In that day” refers to the day of Israel’s regathering and reunion and the righteous reign of the Lord Yeshua the Messiah. The Jewish remnant will have come through the time of tribulation on earth (“the time of … Read more

Isaiah 11 11:1-2 This chapter follows God’s Word concerning judgment, particularly against Assyria (Isaiah 10) which ends with a vision of the remnant (10:20–34). Which flows into the coming Messianic King from David’s line and His righteous rule. This chapter is rich in Messianic prophecy and hope for the future of Israel, Judah and the … Read more

10:1–4 Keep in mind that the chapters and verses are not part of God’s “inspired” Word.  Chapter and verse numbers were added later. Chapters were added by Stephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury, around 1205 AD and Verses came later. The Old Testament was divided into verses by Jewish scribes (Masoretes) by the 9th–10th century. The New Testament … Read more

Overview of Isaiah 1-39 Chapters 1–5 of Isaiah portray a nation weighed down with sin. Their sin included rebellion, injustice, idolatry, and hypocrisy in worship. God calls His people to reason with Him (Isaiah 1:18) and warns them of coming judgment if they don’t repent. Chapter 6 shifts to Isaiah’s personal encounter with the Lord in the heavenly … Read more

Isaiah 8 continues the narrative from chapter 7, during the reign of King Ahaz of Judah (735–715 BC). The southern kingdom faced a grave threat from the coalition of Syria and the northern kingdom of Israel (the ten tribes), who sought to force Judah into joining their rebellion against Assyria. Ahaz, however, rejected the Lord’s … Read more

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 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 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