Wednesday in the Word

Justice feels elusive in a world filled with violence, oppression, and suffering. This post explores Isaiah 42 and the first Servant Song, revealing how God's answer to injustice is not political deliverance but spiritual freedom. The Servant—Jesus Christ—brings a deeper justice that frees the human heart from the tyranny of sin and idolatry.

This week we explore:

• How Isaiah predicted the Messiah's mission 700 years before Jesus was born
• Why the justice Jesus brings is deeper than political or social justice
• What it means for the Servant to bring justice without breaking the bruised reed
• How Jesus fulfilled Isaiah's prophecy by suffering silently and serving others
• Why the exiles expected political deliverance but received spiritual freedom instead
• What the Servant Song reveals about Christ's humility, suffering, and ultimate victory
• How this ancient prophecy speaks to our modern longing for justice and hope

 By the end of this post, you will understand how God's justice goes deeper than any earthly system. You will see how Jesus fulfills Isaiah's prophecy by freeing hearts, not just overthrowing governments. And you will feel encouraged that even in a broken world, the Servant brings lasting justice that can never be taken away.

Series: Isaiah: Servant Songs

Be the first to know when it's out: What Jesus Taught by Krisan Marotta 

In my new book, I gather Jesus' teaching from all four Gospels and organize it by theme, so you can see what Jesus taught about God, himself, his followers and the kingdom, and how it all fits together. To follow the Teacher, you need to know what he taught.

We often believe that God's kingdom depends on our efforts, our committees, our budgets, and our best-laid plans. But Isaiah 40 reveals a stunning truth: the nations are like drops in a bucket before God, and even our greatest achievements make no impression on Him. This post explores how the prophet Isaiah reminded Israel — and reminds us — that God's power is so vast, our obstacles are nothing, and His plans will succeed whether we help or not.

This week we explore:

• How Isaiah contrasted God's glory with the insignificance of nations, rulers, and idols
• Why our best efforts are like drops in a bucket compared to God's sovereignty
• What it means that God measures the universe in the palm of His hand
• How the stars reveal God's personal care for each of us
• Why God sometimes breaks us to restore our dependence on Him
• What it means to wait on the Lord when everything feels out of control
• How to regain perspective when circumstances tempt us to doubt God's power or care

 By the end of this post, you will understand that God is too great to fail and too loving to forget you. You will feel the weight of your worries lift as you compare them to the power of the Creator who calls the stars by name. And you will be able to trust more deeply that God's plans do not depend on your strength — but that He graciously invites you to participate in His unshakable kingdom.

Series: Isaiah: Servant Songs

Be the first to know when it's out: What Jesus Taught by Krisan Marotta 

In my new book, I gather Jesus' teaching from all four Gospels and organize it by theme, so you can see what Jesus taught about God, himself, his followers and the kingdom, and how it all fits together. To follow the Teacher, you need to know what he taught.

Every believer wrestles with a haunting question: Have I finally gone too far? This sermon from Isaiah 40 answers that question with a resounding message of comfort, restoration, and grace. Through the story of Israel's exile and the prophecy of a coming King, we discover that no sin is beyond the reach of God's double grace.

This week we explore:

• Why Israel's exile mirrors our own spiritual condition and need for restoration
• How Isaiah 40 announces a new beginning when the past has been fully dealt with
• What it means to "build a highway in the wilderness" to meet your King
• Why human effort is as fragile as desert grass but God's Word stands forever
• The difference between meeting God as Judge versus meeting Him as Shepherd
• How the Servant's work makes it possible for even the worst sinner to start over
• Why the gospel is called "good news" and how it applies to your darkest secrets
• What Hezekiah's failure teaches us about trusting God versus hedging our bets

By the end of this message, you will understand that your past does not disqualify you from God's promises. You will feel the weight of shame lift as you grasp the fullness of divine forgiveness. And you will be equipped to respond to God's invitation with confidence, humility, and joy, knowing that He comes not to condemn but to gently gather His own.

Series: Isaiah: Servant Songs

Be the first to know when it's out: What Jesus Taught by Krisan Marotta 

In my new book, I gather Jesus' teaching from all four Gospels and organize it by theme, so you can see what Jesus taught about God, himself, his followers and the kingdom, and how it all fits together. To follow the Teacher, you need to know what he taught.

When a beloved king dies and the nation teeters on the edge of collapse, Isaiah is given a vision that changes everything: God is still on the throne, blazing with holiness, and ready to cleanse and commission even the most unworthy sinner. Isaiah 6 is not just a dramatic Old Testament story; it’s the moment God reveals His unshakable sovereignty, His terrifying glory, and His astonishing grace that turns despair into mission.

In this week’s episode, we explore:

• The historical moment when King Uzziah’s death opened the door to Isaiah’s life-changing vision
• What Isaiah actually saw: a throne that never vacates, a robe that fills the temple, and seraphim crying “Holy, holy, holy”
• Why seeing God’s glory instantly undid Isaiah and made him cry “Woe is me!”
• How a burning coal from the altar brought instant, complete cleansing—no effort required
• The stunning contrast between proud King Uzziah who was struck with leprosy and humble Isaiah who was touched with grace
• God’s surprising call to a ministry that would harden hearts yet preserve a holy remnant
• How this vision sets the stage for the Servant Songs and the hope of a coming Savior

By the end of this episode, you’ll stand in awe of the Holy One who rules over every crisis, you’ll feel the weight and wonder of your own cleansing through Christ, and you’ll hear the same voice asking, “Whom shall I send?” with fresh courage to answer, “Here am I. Send me.” This is the vision that turns ruined sinners into joyful servants—and it’s still available today.

Series: Isaiah: Servant Songs

Be the first to know when it's out: What Jesus Taught by Krisan Marotta 

In my new book, I gather Jesus' teaching from all four Gospels and organize it by theme, so you can see what Jesus taught about God, himself, his followers and the kingdom, and how it all fits together. To follow the Teacher, you need to know what he taught.