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Isaiah S2 Pt 4



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In Isaiah 17, God pronounces judgment on Damascus and Israel. Once proud and flourishing, they will be reduced to ruin because they trusted in idols and foreign alliances instead of the Lord. Yet, even in judgment, there is a glimpse of hope: a remnant will turn back to God, remembering their Maker.

Isaiah 18 speaks to Cush (Ethiopia), portraying a nation of power and influence. Though Cush sends envoys and displays strength, God reminds them that He is the one who directs the course of nations. At the appointed time, all nations will recognize His sovereignty and bring tribute to the Lord in Zion.

Together, these chapters remind us that human strength, wealth, or alliances cannot save—only God can. Judgment is certain for the proud and the self-reliant, but those who return to the Lord will find mercy and life. Earthly power cannot secure us, but turning back to God does.

Nations rise and fall, but the Lord remains sovereign over all.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 17-18

Isaiah S2 Pt 3



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In the oracle against Moab, Isaiah delivers a prophecy of judgment against Moab. The cities of Moab are pictured in ruins, and its people are filled with grief, weeping, and fleeing for survival. Yet in the midst of judgment, there is a call for Moab to seek refuge in Zion and to show kindness to God’s people. Ultimately, Moab’s pride leads to its downfall, and within three years the nation is humbled and broken.

This passage highlights both God’s justice against sin and His offer of mercy to those who turn to Him. The contrast is clear: pride brings destruction, but those who humble themselves and seek the Lord find hope and security.

Pride leads to ruin, but God offers mercy to those who take refuge in Him. Our safety and future are not in our own strength, but in trusting the Lord’s reign.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 15-16

Isaiah S2 Pt 2



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Isaiah 14 continues with God’s promise to restore His people and bring judgment on their oppressors. The chapter opens with comfort: the Lord will have compassion on Israel, gather them back, and give them rest from sorrow and fear. In contrast, Babylon—the symbol of pride and arrogance—will be brought low. The once-mighty oppressor is mocked, shown as powerless in death, and humbled before the Lord of hosts. This passage reminds us that no kingdom, leader, or force that exalts itself against God can endure. Human pride ends in downfall, but God’s people find hope and strength in His faithfulness. The proud are brought low, but the Lord gives His people rest and a future. True security is not in earthly power, but in the God who rules over all nations.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 14

Isaiah S2 Pt 1



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In this passage, God delivers a prophecy against Babylon, announcing its coming judgment for pride, cruelty, and idolatry. Through Isaiah, the Lord declares that He will stir up nations to bring Babylon down, leaving it desolate and without mercy for those who oppressed His people. The fall of Babylon is not only a historical event but also a reminder that no earthly power, no matter how mighty, can stand against God’s sovereignty.

For God’s people, this judgment is also a promise of deliverance. Those who were once captives will be set free, returning to their land and finding rest in the Lord’s justice. This reminds us that God sees the suffering of His people, and at the right time, He will act to rescue them and humble the proud.

God’s justice is sure, His power unmatched, and His care for His people unfailing. We can trust Him to bring down the proud and lift up the humble in His perfect timing.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 13:1-14:2

Isaiah S1 Pt 15



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In the closer for season 1 of the Isaiah series, Richard speaks about the end, as Christ gathers the faithful remnant and believers of all nations to Him. A time when God’s adherence to His promises is a comfort to those that believe and damning for those that stand opposed.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 11:10-12:6

Isaiah S1 Pt 14



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The stump metaphor is continued as the line of Jesse is prophesied to give rise to a character that gives hope to all of Israel. In this hopeful passage we see Christ prophesied and a time of peace and prosperity under his reign.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-9

Isaiah S1 Pt 13



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Zwai speaks on how in spite of the impending judgement of the Lord we are not frightened by it but rather as believers we can find assurance and comfort through the realities of Christ.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 10:5-34

Isaiah S1 Pt 12



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Richard shows the wrath of God and how present as well as nexessary it is. Yet at the same time the equally present and necessary love and grace being extended by God to rescue us from the situations that we have created for ourselves.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 9:8-10:4

Isaiah S1 Pt 11



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In this classic Christmas passage, Richard explores the promise of hope through a coming King and Kingdom. Additionally, we are challenged to look at how this affects us as Easter approaches.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Isaiah S1 Pt 10



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As the majority of Israel appears to have lost their faith in God, a remnant rallies to the Lord in a display of resounding and resilient faithfulness that stands as an example to us as we are called to hold our faith high in a modern context.

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| , | Scripture: Isaiah 7:17-8:22