I am again privileged to be part of the Haddon Robinson Study Retreat (Map of Participants — Don’t miss Ireland!). This year we are studying the book of Isaiah and our guest lecturer is Tim Mackie of The Bible Project.…
Summary & Select Quotes on Isaiah’s Servant Songs
Isaiah’s servant songs (Isaiah 42:1-4, 49:1-6, 50:4-9, 52:13-53:12) are four passages in Isaiah that uniquely prophesy Christ and are of central importance as we remember the death, burial, and resurrection. Select quotes below show the importance of Isaiah’s Servant Songs. Eugene…
“As long as there are people who weep, apostasy is not total.”
I recently encouraged people to read Isaiah 59:9-15. Admittedly, they are not upbeat verses. In this section, Isaiah laments over Israel. You won’t need the the prophetic gifts of Daniel to see their application for our day. “Therefore justice is…
The Audacity of “Vanity Fair”
Audacity: “aggressive boldness or unmitigated effrontery,” “insolent boldness” *********************** You probably know that Vanity Fair is a popular magazine. Go into a Barnes and Noble and its glossy cover vies for your attention somewhere near the cash register. But, do…
His Name Shall Be Called Wonderful Counselor
Why not meditate on Isaiah 9:1-7 this Christmas season. Or, better yet – – read the whole book! Ron Youngblood helps identify a theme. We cannot go far wrong if we remind ourselves again that Isaiah’s name means “the Lord saves”…
For Unto Us a Child is Born
Christmas is upon us. How about for a change of pace this year in your Christmas Devotions you meditate on what Isaiah says about the Messiah – – See, for instance, Isaiah 9.
If you feel a little lost getting started in Isaiah, the below material I wrote may help.