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Isaiah: The Prophet Who Pointed to Hope
When you hear the name Isaiah, you might think of powerful words or big prophecies. And you’d be right. Isaiah was one of the most important prophets in the Old Testament. He had a strong message for the people of his time—and for us today too.
Let’s take a closer look at who Isaiah was, what he said, and why he still matters.
Who Was Isaiah?
Isaiah lived in the kingdom of Judah, many years before Jesus was born. He served as a prophet during the reign of several kings—Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. The people of Judah were going through a rough time. They were turning away from God, and their leaders often made bad choices.
One day, Isaiah had an amazing vision. He saw God sitting on a throne, surrounded by angels. In that moment, Isaiah realized how holy God is and how much the people needed to turn back to Him. God called Isaiah to deliver His message—and Isaiah said yes.
What Did Isaiah Say?
Isaiah had a tough job. He had to tell people things they didn’t want to hear. But he also gave them incredible promises from God. Here are the main points of Isaiah’s message:
- Turn back to God: Isaiah warned the people that if they continued to ignore God, bad things would happen. He called them to change their ways.
- God is fair and just: He reminded them that God cares about right and wrong and that He would judge sin.
- God is also full of mercy: Even when the people messed up, God promised He would not leave them. He would forgive them and bring healing.
- A Savior is coming: One of the most amazing parts of Isaiah’s message was that a future Messiah—a Savior—would come to rescue the people. He even described how this Savior would be born and what He would be like (Isaiah 7:14, 9:6, and chapter 53).
Big Moments in Isaiah’s Story
Isaiah’s book in the Bible is full of powerful moments, but here are a few that stand out:
- His vision of God (Isaiah 6): This was when Isaiah saw God’s glory and said, “Here I am. Send me.”
- Helping King Hezekiah: When Judah was threatened by enemies, Isaiah encouraged the king to trust God instead of panicking or making shady deals.
- The Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53): This chapter describes someone who would suffer for others, bringing healing and peace. Christians believe this was a prophecy about Jesus.
Why Isaiah Still Matters Today
Isaiah’s words weren’t just for his time. They’re for us too. Life isn’t always easy. We see unfairness, pain, and confusion. Isaiah reminds us that:
- God sees everything and cares about what’s right.
- God doesn’t give up on us—even when we fall short.
- God had a plan to send Jesus long before we knew we needed Him.
Final Thoughts
Isaiah wasn’t just a prophet who warned people. He was also a voice of hope. He pointed people to a better future and to a God who doesn’t quit on His promises.
No matter what you’re going through, Isaiah’s message is still true today: God is with us, and He has not forgotten us.