The Promise Of His Coming

The Promise of His Coming | Isaiah 7: 1-14

What do you do when people or circumstances look bigger than God? You feel overwhelmed, isn't it? Today's passage comes right after God calls Isaiah to be a prophet. Here in ch.7, it's around 735 b.c and Israel is in a national crisis. After king Solomon died, 10 tribes from northern Israel formed their own state. And only 2 tribes in the south remained faithful to the house of David. By this time, the cruel Assyrian Empire was flexing its muscles and ready to invade Israel. So, what do you do when fears come knocking? Where do you put your ultimate trust? In our passage, we'll see:- a) The fear that shakes our hearts. b) The faith that stands on God's Word. c) The promise of the coming Saviour.

The Light Of The Saviour

The Light of The Saviour I Isaiah 9: 1-7

Last week, we saw (in ch. 7) Israel facing the Assyrian threat around 735 b.c. Israel had joined forces with Syria to invade Ahaz and Judah. But instead of trusting in God, Ahaz trusted the Assyrian army, which led the nation into a deep darkness. When you look at the problems of the world do you see only darkness? Because Isaiah tells of a glorious future awaiting God's people. So in our passage, we see:- a) Those on whom the light has shone. b) Those who rejoice with increasing joy. c) Those who receive the Prince of peace.

The Sign of The Saviour

The Sign of The Saviour | Isaiah 7:1-14

Isaiah is often called The Fifth Gospel by some of the early church fathers. It's the most quoted book in the New Testament, secondly only to the Psalms. And our text comes right after God called Isaiah to be a prophet (6:1) -around 740 b.c. Here in ch. 7, it's around 735 b.c and Israel is in a national crisis. What do you do when fears come knocking? Where do you put your ultimate trust? In our passage, we'll see:- a) The fears from inside and outside. b) The faith that stands on God's Word. c) The promise of the coming Saviour.

The Triumph of The Saviour

The Triumph of The Saviour | Isaiah 11:1-10

In ch. 9, we saw that a great light had dawned on people living in darkness. By ch. 10: 15, God had used Assyria like an axe to discipline Israel and Judah. And by the end of ch. 10: 34, the Assyrian army is cut down like a forest because of pride. But a day is coming when the Messiah will cut down the root of all the world's problems and bring a kingdom of peace. And so in this passage, we'll see that:- a) He is unlimited in wisdom and power. b) He judges with righteousness and faithfulness. c) He will renew and restore the broken world.

Songs In The City Of God

Songs in The City of God | Isaiah 26: 1-12

In ch. 12, we saw that Isaiah was given a vision of when Israel sang joyous songs of deliverance. Here in ch. 26, we see another song of victory sung in the city of God. Seven times in ch. 24-27 Isaiah uses the phrase "on that day" or "in that day." What will happen "on that day? In our passage, we'll see:- a) Those who enter the strong city of God. b) Those who fall in the lofty city of man. c) Those who see the gracious works of God.

The Wells Of Salvation

The Wells of Salvation | Isaiah 12: 1-6

We saw the rise of God's kingdom with the Messiah reigning as King over all the earth (in ch. 11). And here, Isaiah is given a vision of when Israel experiences final deliverance from God. What will happen on that day? When God's people are regathered (ch. 11: 11) they will sing joyous songs of salvation. So from our passage, we'll see that: a) God's grace is personally received. b) God's grace is richly enjoyed. c) God's grace is loudly proclaimed.

Come You Who Thirst

Come You Who Thirst | Isaiah 55:1-11

Isaiah was written at a time when Assyria captured the northern kingdom of Israel (around 740- 695 BC). Isaiah also saw beyond his own lifetime the capture of Judah by Babylonia, in 586 BC. Now, ch. 55 comes at the end of what is called the "Book of Comfort" (ch. 40-55), addressed to exiles who were returning from Babylon. Here in v. 1, God is inviting those who are weary, discouraged, and exhausted to come to Him. So in our passage, we see that: a) God invites us to feast on Him. b) God promises us abundant pardon. c) God's Word falls on us like rain.

Rest in A Sure Foundation

The Gospel in Isaiah | Rest In A Sure Foundation | Isaiah 28: 1-16

In chs. 28–35, God shows that He is able to fulfil all the saving purposes He had promised in chs. 1–27. But the prophets. priests and rulers of Israel do not trust in the Lord. Where does your trust lie? Is it built on a secure foundation? Here in our passage, we see: a) The fading crown of pride. b) The offer of rest in God’s word. c) The sure foundation God has laid.

Resurrection and Future Judgement

THE GOSPEL IN ISAIAH | RESURRECTION & JUDGEMENT | Isaiah 26: 16–21 |

Isaiah saw a bright future of God’s people entering the strong city, singing songs of salvation (vv. 1-12). Meanwhile, God’s people are praying in distress as they wait for these promises to become a reality. Even as Christians, life is not smooth sailing. There is distress in trials and sufferings, and also in our own failures, as we wait for God’s future deliverance. So in our passage, we see: a) The distress of failure. b) The promise of resurrection. a) The refuge from fury.

A Vision of God's Glory

The Gospel in Isaiah | A Vision of God's Glory | Isaiah 6: 1-13

Isaiah prophesied during the times of four kings of Judah: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah (787–697 BC). And here in ch. 6, Isaiah saw a vision, after King Uziah died. He saw a vision of another King so captivating and glorious. What sight would be more captivating than the sight of God’s glory? So following Isaiah’s vision, here are 3 insights from our passage:- a) Seeing God’s holiness and glory. b) Seeing our sin and atonement. c) Hearing and responding to God’s grace.

Be The Church Series | Renewed in Strength

Be The Church Series | Isaiah 40: 25--31 | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode, we turn to Isaiah 40: 25--31. Israel thought that God had abandoned them as exiles in Babylon. But God promised to renew them with strength. Often our vision of God is too small when we're overwhelmed and weary. Follow along as we look at: a) God who is incomparable in greatness. b) God who does not grow weary like us. c) God who renews strength in our weariness.