CHAPTER 17 THE JUDGMENT ON DAMASCUS. In this chapter we see how Isaiah's burdens concerning the nations have very much in mind His actions concerning His people, for most of this burden is taken up with the impact of the behaviour and powerlessness of Damascus on His people. The indictment on Israe... [ Continue Reading ]
INITIAL DECLARATION CONCERNING SYRIA (INCORPORATING ISRAEL) (ISAIAH 17:1) Analysis. · The Burden of Damascus. “Behold Damascus is taken away from being a city, and it will be a ruinous heap (Isaiah 17:1). · The cities of Aroer are forsaken. They will be for flocks who will lie down, and none will... [ Continue Reading ]
THE FUTURE THAT ISRAEL CAN LOOK FORWARD TO (ISAIAH 17:4). Israel's future is bleak, but it will make them set their eyes on their Maker, the Holy One of Israel. Analysis of Isaiah 17:4. a And it will come about in that day that the glory of Jacob will be made thin, and the fatness of his flesh wi... [ Continue Reading ]
A GLIMPSE OF HOPE FOR THE FUTURE (ISAIAH 17:12). Having depicted the dark future for Israel, apart from the remnant, Isaiah now goes on to encourage all of God's people who will listen. No earthly power is all-powerful. They are subject to the Creator. So if His people are willing to trust in Him t... [ Continue Reading ]