Relevant Bible Verses: Isaiah 59-61

Leading Question: Is Isaiah clear about salvation, or do we need the New Testament?

Isaiah 59 opens with a question about Yahweh’s ability to save. The response? “The Lord’s hand is not too short to save, nor his ear too dull to hear. Rather, your iniquities have been barriers between you and your God. . . .” The chapter continues with a strong rebuke. A succinct summary of the contents of Isaiah 59 is as follows:

Isaiah 59:1-8 Rebuke

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