Isaiah 9-10
Chapter 9: A Child is Born
Judah will not
suffer as greatly as Israel. The people who walked in darkness have seen a
great light.
“For unto us a child is born,
unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his
name chall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting
Father, The prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there
shall no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to
establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The
zeal of the Lord of Hosts will perform this.” (Isaiah 9:6-7)
Because of their unholy pride,
Israel will be defeated by her enemies: its head (elder and honourable) and
tail (false prophet) will be cut off. The people of Israel will also attack
each other. Exile and slaughter will be a punishment for social injustice.
But
it is important to note, that “…the leaders of this people cause them to
err; and they are led of them that are destroyed.” (Isaiah 9:16)
Therefore those who lead and misguide will be dealt a very harsh punishment!
Chapter 10: Few People Shall be Left
Woe to Assyria, the unintentional
instrument in the hand of the Lord – it will be punished for its arrogant
superiority.
“Shall the axe boast itself against
him that heweth (chops) therewithin…” (Isaiah 10:15) Which of course
means, Can man Prosper against God? The answer is ABSOLUTELY NOT! Do not be
afraid of the Assyrians – the Lord will preserve a remnant of the house of Jacob.
Isaiah prophesies attacks on a number of specific Juhan cities. The proud of
Judah will be humbled.
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