The focus here is on themes of redemption, divine protection, and hope for the people of Israel during their Babylonian exile.

God introduces a "Chosen One" endowed with His Spirit to bring justice to the nations. This Servant is described as remarkably gentle—he will not "break a bruised reed" or "snuff out a smoldering wick".

A Light to the nations. The Servant's mission extends beyond Israel to be a "light for the Gentiles," intended to open the eyes of the blind and set prisoners free from spiritual darkness.

Here is a powerful chapter of assurance where God challenges the nations and their idols while promising unwavering support to His chosen people, Israel. Often referred to as "The Helper of Israel," it transitions between a cosmic courtroom scene and tender words of comfort for those in exile.

Though the years ahead will bring turmoil, God continues to promise His people that He will send a ruler that will not be thwarted by any nation. None can stand before Christ. No army. No natural barriers. Nothing! Another beautiful description of the Messiah and the heart He would bring to His people. These description, written 700 years before Christ, point to Him and Him alone. No other could fulfill such prophecies. None could ever hope to do so. Our faith is in the surety of Christ!

God comforts His people with a promise of one to come and who will be harolded by a forerunner (John the Baptizer). A beautiful image of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. This is He who has been the centre of God's redemptive story from the beginning of creation! Though the years ahead will bring turmoil, God continues to promise His people that He will send a ruler that will not be thwarted by any nation. None can stand befor Christ. No army. No natural barriers. Nothing!

God comforts His people with a promise of one to come and who will be harolded by a forerunner (John the Baptizer). A beautiful image of the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. This is He who has been the centre of God's redemptive story from the beginning of creation!

The southern tribes are attacked by the Assyrians as they lay siege to Jerusalem under King Sennacherib. Would God prove faithful to His promise? Would Hezekiah remain faithful to God?

A mix of God's promised judgment upon a world that is devoid of righteousness and a promise of hope and restoration where the desert will bloom again! God ALWAYS will make a way in the desert.

Do not trust in Egypt. Trust in the Lord. Put away your complacency and believe that the day is coming when God will truly pour out His Spirit. A challenge to all of us who try to place our hope and confidence in something other than the Lord!

What life is like when we reject His voice. The Lord calls us to come and examine HIS wisdom.