Poetical Books The judgment of God means that they will continue this way. Legacy Standard Bible | Your Translation for a Lifetime | Your 18:7). (See context inThe Prophecy of Isaiah), Wiersbe -It would be like the stump of a fallen tree from which the shoots (the holy seed) would come, and they would continue the true faith in the land. Sin carries with it its own consequences so that rejection of God itself produces insensitivity to God. When Assyria became weak through internal strife, Hezekiah refused to pay any further tribute to that power (2 Kin. Shall build the old waste places; You shall raise up the foundations of many generations; There would be conviction of sin, but no cleansing. Play & praise as you ponder one day seeing Holy Holy Holy God is spirit (John 4:24). It constantly foreshadowed the work of the Cross. Isaiah 6:7 HE TOUCHED MY MOUTH WITH IT AND SAID, "BEHOLD, THIS HAS TOUCHED YOUR LIPS; AND YOUR INIQUITY IS TAKEN AWAY AND YOUR SIN IS FORGIVEN. Leviticus 22:1, 3). Here is an example of the great mystery, inscrutable to our finite minds, of God's election versus man's will. ", Seraph - 7 OT uses - Nu 21:6, 8; Dt 8:15; Is 6:2, 6; 14:29; 30:6, In Numbers seraph is used of the fiery serpents, And the LORD sent fiery serpents (seraphim) among the people and they bit the people, so that many people of Israel died. How John MacArthur loves the Bible but not his neighbor This is the only way He can be approached. Ironside -Even though the Word seemed to have no other effect than to harden them in their sins and rebellion, Isaiah was to proclaim the message faithfully. If the constellation of human gifts and attainments, distinctions and usefulness, on which unsanctified and unmortified self so delights to gaze, have not retired into oblivion, the Sun of Righteousness has yet to rise upon our souls with healing in His wings. On the other it is the execution of Gods righteous judgment. Or in awe of you be still? 15 or solely to chs. His son Jotham (ca. (Vine, W. Collected writings of W. E. Vine. Obadiah Ezra "Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, 'Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?' from youthful lusts, and pursue (present imperative - Continually. Perfect in power, in love, and purity. 17:6, 24). For us (cf Ge 1:26, Ge 3:22, Ge 11:7) - First we observe the singular pronoun "I", followed by the plural pronoun "us" which is at least suggestive/supportive of the doctrine of the Trinity (tri-unity) of God. Isa 6:11-13) was fulfilled by 701 B.C. Faces covered, wings resplendent, Seraphim before Him bow! To contend that those yet unfulfilled will see non-literal fulfillment is biblically groundless. Ironically, Israel's rejection of prophetic preaching in turn expedites disciplinary punishment, and brings the battered people to a point where they might be ready for reconciliation. (John 8:56 is a little different; Abraham had a vision of the day of Jesus in the future, i.e., in the time of the coming kingdom of God, see Comment). Isaiah would convey God's offer of the opportunity of faith, but the very offer would make the recipients even more obstinate! Forgiven (03722) (kaphar/kapar) means to cover, to make atonement (to effect a kopher or ransom price, the price that God's justice required), make amends, to pardon, to release. Israel was not done being disobedient when the returned from the Babylonian captivity, and God was not done bringing His judgment on a disobedient Israel. At a later time in his life he would doubtless have said, Stay with me and do not leave me. Peters words exactly express the first feelings a person has when he is brought into close contact with God. THE HOLY SEED IS ITS STUMP: Yet - A merciful (mercy filled) contrast -- devastation, destruction, exile would come but it would not bring annihilation of Judah. Pulpit Commentary - The first effect upon the soul of this vision of God. When Moses called God Adonai, he acknowledged that it was not his place as the slave to choose his work; he had to heed his Masters directives. 15:19). Wounded hands remove my filthiness, Gods caress in every move. GIVE. Humility is the elevator to spiritual greatness. To be what God intended will be glory. One cannot be dogmatic (in my opinion). We teach that there is but one living and true God (Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5-7; 1 Corinthians 8:4), an infinite, all-knowing Spirit (John 4:24), perfect in all His attributes, one in essence, eternally existing in three PersonsFather, Son, and Holy Spirit (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14)each equally deserving worship and obedience. 9 There was the true Light which, coming into the world, enlightens everyone. Given the solemnity and "heaviness" of the message, Isaiah would need all the divine enablement he could get, especially in view of the fact that the prophet is forewarned that his mission would be (in one sense) an abysmal "failure"! An encounter with Gods power is no reason to draw back from him, but an opportunity to approach him on the right basis, in faith and dependence. The whole earth is full of His glory - More literally this reads "The fulness of all the earth is His glory". Song of Solomon They are already rebellious and hostile to God. Isaiah 9:6 - Bible Verse Meaning and Commentary - Bible Study Tools Individual instructors or editors may still require the use of URLs. Vol. He sent an angel with a live coal, an image associated with Old Testament sacrifices. That live coal was witness of the fire, ever burning, which was never to go out (Leviticus 6:13). Isaiah has more prophecies about Jesus Christ than any OT prophet. How instructive is each particular of His beatific vision! First, after gaining a greater appreciation for Gods holiness and his own sinfulness, Isaiah said woe acknowledging his own uncleanness. How this could be is not indicated. J Vernon McGee - When Simon said, Depart from me; for I am a sinful man. Even though God is longsuffering and a God of love, His love and patience cannot be assumed presumptuously. Comment: The prophet Zechariah is speaking of the last days, in that day, Day of the Lord, specifically that segment thatis known asthe Great Tribulation(Begins -Mt 24:15-note, named -Mt 24:21-note), AKAtheTime of Jacob's Distress(Jeremiah 30:7-note) or AKA "a time of distress" (Da 12:1-note). Within this sarcastic framework, Isaiah 6:10a must also be seen as ironic. In Isaiah 41:1 God says, "Coastlands, listen to me in silence, and let the peoples gain new strength; let them come forward, then let them speak; let us come together for judgment." "The key to overcoming fear is resting on the pillars of the promises of God." Glory(03519)kabod means literally to be heavy or weighty (only rarely used literally), the figurative use ("heavy with sin") being more common. Though Isaiah may have been at the earthly temple, this describes a vision which transcends the earthly. Note that in Isa 6:5 Isaiah laments that he is morally unworthy to be in the King's presence. 3One called to another, and said, One purpose of Isaiah's vision was to commission him for service (Isa 6:8-13). Revelation, Search Wikipedia using spiritual discretion, hough the people would not pay attention, Isaiah was to continue to prophesy of the Babylonian deportation. Wherefore I abhor myself, and repent in dust and ashes" (Job 42:5, 6). The idea is a definite turn to God in conduct as well as in one's mind. And similar to the LORD in Isaiah 6, Jesus (Who in fact I believe is also Jehovah of Isaiah 6) gives Peter, James and John a commission to be "catching men" to which they responded to the Lord's call/commission (much like Isaiah) by leaving everything and following Him. Confronted with a vision of Gods holiness, the future prophet felt crushed with the knowledge of his own sinfulness. range of evangelical traditions, all of the ideas and principles conveyed See related study of this great Name of God - Jehovah Rapha: (Jehovah Rophe) The LORD our Healer, Vine -The people had so persistently perverted their ways that they had gone beyond the possibility of conversion and healing. Simon Peter, James and John learn that God will take the faith of humble fishermen and ask them to join him in catching other people for God. isaiah-6:1-8-niv - Blogs The coal touched his mouth, corresponding to Isaiahs sense of unclean lips and his imminent prophetic calling. Copyright 2007, Grace to You. The repetition of the word 'holy' speaks of God's perfect holiness His complete purity and separation from anything evil. Ruth Robed in righteousness, and holy: Hear the Voice of Judgment ring! John Fish makes an interesting observation on Isaiah 6 noting that Preachers often speak on Isaiah, chapter six because of the vision of the awesome majesty and holiness of God presented there. (January 14th Called Of God). And He said to them, "Follow (command) Me, and I will make you fishers of men." Recognizing Jesus identity and thus his inherent holiness made Simon painfully aware of his own sinfulness. How did God show mercy to Isaiah? Major Prophets Isaiah 6:6 THEN ONE OF THE SERAPHIM FLEW TO ME WITH A BURNING COAL IN HIS HAND, WHICH HE HAD TAKEN FROM THE ALTAR WITH TONGS. God will send upon them a deluding influence (Their repeated rejection reaps righteous retribution from God!) The Gospels 1 Corinthians When I walk by your side Roosevelt won a third term by defeating Republican nominee Wendell Willkie in the 1940 United States . Remember you are Gods sword, His instrumentI trust, a chosen vessel unto Him to bear His name. Peace for Ukraine; Amir Tsarfati; Andrew Wommack; Daily Devotional; Bill Johnson Assyria began to emerge as a new international power under Tiglath-Pileser (ca. It may signify 1) the presence of God (cf. Isaiah 6 is a good representative because it captures the majesty of God's Person, His perfect holiness and overwhelming presence. As Adam and Eve hid themselves when they heard the voice of the Lord God walking in the garden; (Ge 3:8, 9, 10) so do we shrink from the felt presence of the Lord in view of our own unworthiness and guilt. Isaiah 6:9,10 has been the subject of much debate and speculation because instead of calling his readers to repent and to not harden their hearts, these verses command Isaiah to issue a proclamation which is just the opposite! He saw his need of Jesus Christ. (The Gospel of John : An Expositional Commentary. Render insensitive - Literally, this reads "Declare fat the heart". What the hardening is. Isaiah did the same thing we would have done. He was immediately and absolutely conscious of his sinfulness. retribution to those who do not know God and to those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. Holy is God, the Lord of Sabaoth! Ex. Isaiah has been cleansed and is now ready to hear and heed the call of Adonai. isaiah 49 commentary john macarthur - stmatthewsbc.org Sin (02403)(chattat/chattath) like it's NT counterpart (hamartia [word study]) means to miss the mark or to fall short of the divine standard. PDF AFN Typ ENT EX/WV CDE DBA Name License Mailing address City State Zip This people (same phrase Isa 6:10, 8:11, 12, 9:16, 28:11, 14, 29:13, 14) - The phrase "this people" rather than "My people" seems to convey a sense of contempt with a clear implication that God sees Judah's unbelief and unclean lips (Read Je 7:4, 5,6,7, 8, 9, 10, 11)! The Holiness of God & His People by John MacArthur from Right Now the altar of sacrifice, which prefigured the Cross. Not just to terminate a thing but carry out to full, to carry through completely.) Kaphar - 101x in 93v in the NAS - appease(1), appease*(1), atone(3), atoned(2), atonement is made(1), atonement shall be made(1), atonement was made(1), atoning(1), canceled(1), expiation can be made(1), forgave(1), forgive(4), forgiven(5), made atonement(3), make atonement(71), makes atonement(2), making atonement(1), pardon(1). 750731 B.C.) Isaiah was thus cleansed and equipped for praise, intercessory prayer, and the proclamation of God's word. I just came across your list of 100 Christian leaders that you notified about the dangers of Jesus Calling. Widely known for his thorough, candid approach to teaching God's Word, John MacArthur is a popular author and conference speaker. (Isa 37:31), Grogan -How astounding that God should use the word holy (qadosh) of the remnant of His people when it has been used already in Is 6:3 in relation to His own transcendent being! The nation, consisting of the remnant, will, under the hand of their Messiah-Deliverer, revive and be glorified (see Isa 11:1-note). The quiet passionate insistence of His "Follow Me" (Mt 4:19, 8:22, 9:9, 16:24, 19:21) was spoken to men with every power wide awake. With twain they veiled their faces, as was meet, All the saints adore Thee, God is no respecter of persons, and He will not hold back His hand of just discipline for His children. so that they might believe what is false, in order that they all may be judged who did not believe the truth (He reiterates that this is not God's desire but is their choice), but took pleasure in wickedness (How they behave shows what they really believe). Oh, we are yet strangers to the vision of Christ's glory, if we have not. Their refusal to receive Truth!) As used here, qadosh [holy] signifies the entirety of the divine perfection which separates God from His creation. Heb. my course (dromos = race - see 2Ti 4:7-note), and the ministry which I received from the Lord (kurios = Master - Greek word used to translated Adonai) Jesus, to testify solemnly of the gospel (euaggelion) of the grace (good news of unmerited favor, in contrast to the bad news of the law) of God. For details about this sermon and for related resources, click here: https://www.gty.org/library/sermons-library/80-324 To receive John MacArthurs monthly letter, as well as free resources by mail, click here: https://www.gty.org/home/newtogty/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gracetoyou Twitter: https://twitter.com/gracetoyou Google +: https://plus.google.com/+gracetoyou Copyright 2007, Grace to You. (See context in Be Comforted (Isaiah): Feeling Secure in the Arms of God) (Bolding added), Chapter 6 also serves a literary function as the conclusion to Isaiah 2-5 and the introduction to Isaiah. The glory of the Lord reveals His person and dignity, and the proper response to such a revelation is to give God honor or glory (cf Ex 33:18). (The Commission of Isaiah - Emmaus Journal V4:1, Summer, 95)(Bolding added). Whatever the case, being burned wasnt a pleasant experience. GenesisExodusLeviticusNumbersDeuteronomyJoshuaJudgesRuth1 Samuel2 Samuel1 Kings2 Kings1 Chronicles2 ChroniclesEzraNehemiahEstherJobPsalmsProverbsEcclesiastesSong of SongsIsaiahJeremiahLamentationsEzekielDanielHoseaJoelAmosObadiahJonahMicahNahumHabakkukZephaniahHaggaiZechariahMalachiMatthewMarkLukeJohnActsRomans1 Corinthians2 CorinthiansGalatiansEphesiansPhilippiansColossians1 Thessalonians2 Thessalonians1 Timothy2 TimothyTitusPhilemonHebrewsJames1 Peter2 Peter1 John2 John3 JohnJudeRevelation, Select an Ending Point I take it that this act of putting the coal on his lips was just an external manifestation of what happened in the inner man. While this may have been a literal coal, it is used symbolically (otherwise it would have literally burned Isaiah) and in the context was God's vehicle for purifying His prophet of his uncleanness. Major Prophets - Isaiah 34-35 | Thoughts from Mark "Hat" Rackley There will come a day when He will come and deal out. 712). Ray Pritchard - Once Peter realized who Jesus really wasthe true Son of God from heavenhe saw himself in a new light. Downers Grove, Ill.: InterVarsity Press). He was judged with leprosy, from which he never recovered (2 Kin. In great measure, according to the purity and perfection of the instrument, will be the success. This Grace to You article originally appeared here. Holy, holy, holy; merciful and mighty! 2 John A Vision of God in a Time of Crisis (Isaiah 5-6) - YouTube 0:00 / 58:41 A Vision of God in a Time of Crisis (Isaiah 5-6) 104,881 views Mar 24, 2017 1.7K Dislike Share Grace to You 645K. What we must see, in the context of the whole Bible, is that this burning coal symbolizes the finished work of Christ on the cross. and continued for 29 years to ca. when he penned the account of Sennacheribs death (cf. Major Prophets My friend, you cannot rush into the presence of God. Nehemiah Holy (06918) (qadosh) means consecrated, set apart (as dedicated to God), and designates that which is opposite of the common or profane. 28:1, 8; ca. Reflect back on Andrew Murrays prayer. 1:13). 1Ti 1:15 (63-66AD) It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all. It certainly was for Isaiah. Isaiah 6:1IN THE YEAR OF KING UZZIAH'S DEATH, I SAW THE LORD SITTING ON A THRONE, LOFTY AND EXALTED, WITH THE TRAIN OF HIS ROBE FILLING THE TEMPLE: To help keep this chapter in context observe the preceding table and the following outline adapted from Talk Thru the Bible which summarizes the first section of Isaiah dealing primarily with prophecies concerning the Kingdom of Judah, E The Destruction of Israel by Assyria Isa 7:110:4, 2 Sign of Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz Isa 8:122, 3 Prophecy of the Messiahs Birth Isa 9:17, F The Destruction of Assyria by God Isa 10:512:6, 3 Restoration of the Messiahs Kingdom Isa 11:116, 4 Thanksgiving in the Messiahs Kingdom Isa 12:16, 790 - Uzziah (790-739BC) becomes king of Judah, reigns 52 years, 759 - Jotham becomes king of Judah assuming reign when Uzziah becomes leprous, 742 - Micah begins his prophetic ministry (cp ministry to Hezekiah Jer 26:18, 19, Mic 3:12), 739 - Isaiah begins prophetic ministry in year King Uzziah died (Isa 6:1f), 731 - Ahaz becomes king of Judah (2Ki 15:38, 16:1, 2Chr 28:1), 726 - Hezekiah becomes 12th king of Judah (2Ki 16:20, 18:1,2) and one of 3 best (2Ki 18:5), 722 - Shalmaneser (2Ki 17:3, 18:9) dies while besieging Samaria, Sargon seizes crown, 722 - Sargon of Assyria (Sargon) (Is 20:1) conquers Samaria (2Ki 17:6, 18:9, 10, 11, 12), 701 - Sennacherib (son of Sargon) of Assyria lays siege to Jerusalem, 695 - Manasseh becomes king of Judah (2Ki 21:1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12), 586 - Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon conquers Judah. Guzik writes that "The remnant will indeed return (Ed: From Babylonian exile back to Judah), but even the remnant will eventually be judged. There is no record in Scripture of angels singing. Removed men far away - This prophecy is spoken in the past tense, as if it had already been fulfilled. Too many Christians want to hold on to a "spiritual experience" with the Lord, rather than be prepared to go out to share the Lord with others. The third presidential term of Franklin D. Roosevelt began on January 20, 1941, when he was once again inaugurated as the 32nd president of the United States, and the fourth term of his presidency ended with his death on April 12, 1945. He doesn't saunter into God's presence. The implication is startling: Jesus is Yahweh! 739 B.C. Titus Here is the schedule and scoreboard for any . In this heavenly environment of pure holiness, holy people are the only ones who will be at home. We also catch a glimpse of the ceaseless worship that the angels of heaven render to God (Isa 6:3, cf. The approach of these notes is to accept Isaiah 6 as the prophet's call into ministry. Having received his commission, he is to go forth in the name of the One who sends him, declaring the message committed to him.
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