Gospel Grace Church Sermon Audio

Isaiah 7:1-8:10 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In Isaiah 6, the prophet was commissioned to preach to the people of Judah, knowing that they would refuse the truth and harden their hearts. So, in Isaiah 7 we’re not surprised to see a case study of blind eyes and dull hearts. King Ahaz refuses the word of the Lord and decides to take matters into his own hands. In a moment of crisis, he acts in fear instead of faith. And the consequences are devastating. This weekend we’ll continue our study through the book of Isaiah and discover that there’s no refuge from God, only in him. May the Lord be our refuge and strength, our present help in times of trouble!

Isaiah 6 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In Isaiah 6 we will encounter the holiness of God in a way that will leave us breathless. Picture the heavenly temple, an exalted throne, and God whose glory can’t be gazed upon. The smell of incense fills your nostrils and thick smoke clouds your view. You stare downward at the hem of his robe, because looking at the King of glory could be deadly. Fiery angelic beings hover all around singing in thunderous praise, “HOLY, HOLY, HOLY.” Over and over these seraphim proclaim the majestic transcendence of God with such resounding volume, that the whole earth shakes. The echo of their praise is almost deafening. So, why would God reveal himself like this? Why would he manifest himself as the high and holy One, clothed in unapproachable light? Perhaps it is so that we might be changed by his grace. May the Lord transform us through a revelation of himself such that we submit everything to him.

Isaiah 5 - Speaker: Chris Hile - Isaiah 5 is the stunning conclusion to the opening section of the book. With intricate poetry, Isaiah depicts the shocking state of God’s people and an imminent judgment. This chapter is particularly powerful because it transposes the story of God’s relationship with Israel into a tragic song about a beloved and his vineyard. Through this song (vv. 1–7) and a series of warnings (vv. 8–30), a set of questions is raised in our hearts: when God’s expectation of righteousness is met with the reality of our sinfulness, what will God do? And what hope do we have? As we see the tragedy of sin, may the Lord draw us closer to him.

Isaiah 5 - Speaker: David Pimentel - Isaiah 5 is the stunning conclusion to the opening section of the book. With intricate poetry, Isaiah depicts the shocking state of God’s people and an imminent judgment. This chapter is particularly powerful because it transposes the story of God’s relationship with Israel into a tragic song about a beloved and his vineyard. Through this song (vv. 1–7) and a series of warnings (vv. 8–30), a set of questions is raised in our hearts: when God’s expectation of righteousness is met with the reality of our sinfulness, what will God do? And what hope do we have? As we see the tragedy of sin, may the Lord draw us closer to him.

Isaiah 3-4 - Speaker: Chan Choi - Our study of the first few chapters of Isaiah have been filled with dark & difficult verses, as we read of the judgement facing Judah. It is as if we are watching a violent storm form on the horizon and rapidly roll over and surround us. The sky is dark, the air is heavy and at any second lighting will strike & thunder will crash. For Isaiah’s original audience, these verses tell of approaching doom. For us, they serve as a warning siren, calling us to stop finding shelter in the fragile hopes & fallen sin that we often run towards, but instead find greater deliverance from God.

Isaiah 3-4 - Speaker: Josh Macavoy - Our study of the first few chapters of Isaiah have been filled with dark & difficult verses, as we read of the judgement facing Judah. It is as if we are watching a violent storm form on the horizon and rapidly roll over and surround us. The sky is dark, the air is heavy and at any second lighting will strike & thunder will crash. For Isaiah’s original audience, these verses tell of approaching doom. For us, they serve as a warning siren, calling us to stop finding shelter in the fragile hopes & fallen sin that we often run towards, but instead find greater deliverance from God.

Isaiah 2:1-22:0 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In Isaiah chapters 2-4, the prophet bookends his message with descriptions of the New Jerusalem (2:2-4; 4:2-6). We are given an idyllic picture of life when the true King reigns. But in between those two glorious portrayals, Isaiah addresses the sinful state of the rebellious city. He tries to expose the futility of pride in man and possessions. His reminder is that man is as temporary as a breath, so we must turn to the Lord and trust in him alone. May we us see the futility of pride, and in contrast, the blessing of trusting in God. Ask God to search your heart and expose anything that’s displeasing to him.

Isaiah 1:21-31 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In the first chapter of Isaiah, we encounter one of the grand literary bookends. We are introduced to the city of Jerusalem in its chaos and corruption (the sinful city). And at the end of the book of Isaiah, we’ll see the new Jerusalem and all its glory (the faithful city). These end caps of ruin and restoration frame the book and point to the miraculous work of God. He can take rebels and redeem them. Salvation truly is of the Lord. And that is our hope both now and for eternity. May the Lord show us our sin, turn us from our rebellion, and rescue us.

Isaiah 1:1-20 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In Isaiah chapter 1, the prophet gives a bleak picture of Judah’s spiritual state. They had broken the covenant and were about to face the consequences. The people were iniquitous, sinful, and rebellious at every turn. But thankfully, the Lord didn’t leave them in self-destruct mode. He graciously showed them their sin, told them the truth about it, and offered a better way. May the Lord expose areas of our lives that have diverged from his good path. And may he graciously grant us repentance so that we can enjoy the blessings he has in store for those that walk with him.

Isaiah - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - Isaiah has what’s called a “theophoric” personal name. Theophoric simply means “god bearing.” The name “Isaiah” (Hebrew: yisha’yahu) means “Yahweh saves” or “salvation is of the Lord.” It’s almost as if Isaiah’s name underscores the truth we’ll been learning about this weekend. Namely, a God who saves, is a God you can trust. The question is, will you trust in him today?