Category: Biblical Reflections

Isaiah 34:1–17 (NKJV) 34:1 Come near, you nations, to hear; And heed, you people! Let the earth hear, and all that is in it, The world and all things that come forth from it. 2 For the indignation of the LORD is against all nations, And His fury against all their armies; He has utterly … Continue reading Listen to My Plan

Isaiah 33:1-24 Jerusalem was overwhelmed by the conquerors who came against them in judgment for their rebellion.  Isaiah speaks to those who plunder the land of the People of God.  When their plundering ends, they will be plundered.  The Lord will be gracious to His people, and they will be restored.  When the Lord lifts … Continue reading Great King, Visit in Our Distress

Isaiah 32:1–20 (NKJV) 32:1 Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, And princes will rule with justice. 2 A man will be as a hiding place from the wind, And a cover from the tempest, As rivers of water in a dry place, As the shadow of a great rock in a weary land. 3 … Continue reading Behold, A King!

Isaiah 31:1–9 (NKJV) 31:1 Woe to those who go down to Egypt for help, And rely on horses, Who trust in chariots because they are many, And in horsemen because they are very strong, But who do not look to the Holy One of Israel, Nor seek the LORD! 2 Yet He also is wise … Continue reading Only Trust God!

Isaiah 30:1 - 33 Israel is warned about trusting in Egypt for their safety and strength.  Pharoah will one day be disgusted at their inability to profit him.  The beasts of the South will come bearing riches and animals, but Israel will not profit.  The rebellious people of Israel and Judah, who trust in men … Continue reading Don’t Trust in Egypt

Isaiah 29:1-24 Isaiah speaks the woes from the Lord upon Jerusalem (Ariel).  He pledges to lay siege to the city so strongly that their voices will sound like whispers from the ground.  While Jerusalem will be defeated, God's prophecy against those who attack Jerusalem.  They will experience storm, tempest, and fire.  They will dream that … Continue reading Woe to Jerusalem: All Mouth, No Heart

Isaiah 28:1 - 29 Isaiah delivers a message of judgment against Ephraim, a half-tribe of Israel. These drunk, proud people will be brought to brought into trouble, and the remnant of God's people will reign. Isaiah proclaims that the young will rise up and lead in place of the established leaders who have failed through … Continue reading Woe to Ephraim and Jerusalem

Isaiah 27:1 - 13 27:1 In that day the Lord with His severe sword, great and strong, Will punish Leviathan the fleeing serpent, Leviathan that twisted serpent; And He will slay the reptile that is in the sea. The Lord has declared His intention to punish the nations for attacking Israel and Judah, and His … Continue reading The Great Comeback

Isaiah 26:1–21 (NKJV) 26:1 In that day this song will be sung in the land of Judah: “We have a strong city; God will appoint salvation for walls and bulwarks. 2 Open the gates, That the righteous nation which keeps the truth may enter in. 3 You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind … Continue reading Perfect Peace

Isaiah 25:1–12 (NKJV) 25:1 O LORD, You are my God. I will exalt You, I will praise Your name, For You have done wonderful things; Your counsels of old are faithfulness and truth. 2 For You have made a city a ruin, A fortified city a ruin, A palace of foreigners to be a city … Continue reading Praise to God