by Sam E. Stone For the past two months we have focused on the prophecies of Isaiah, offering comfort to God’s people in a difficult time. Now we will study the fulfillment of God’s promise, using excerpts from the Gospel of Mark. John the Baptist had prepared the way for Jesus (Mark 1:2, 3). God […]
Wounded for our transgressions – The Uniform Lesson for January 30
by Sam E. Stone Isaiah 53 is the most quoted section from the Old Testament prophets in all the New Testament. An example of the importance of this chapter is found in Acts 8 when Philip converted the Ethiopian official. An angel of the Lord instructed Philip to approach his chariot and stay near […]
Light for the Gentiles – The Uniform Lesson for January 23
by Sam E. Stone Isaiah prophesied about 700 years before Jesus came to earth. With powerful, persuasive, and poignant phrases he clearly described the Messiah and his kingdom. This month’s lessons consider several of his inspired messages. Today’s text (Isaiah 49) contains another of the “Servant Songs.” It shows Christ’s mission to the people of […]
Reassurance for God’s people – The Uniform Lesson for January 16
by Sam E. Stone The children of Israel had hope for the future. Last week we learned of the deliverance God has promised his people (Isaiah 45). This wasn’t going to happen immediately, however. The prophet reminded them not to forget that the Lord says, “I am God, and there is no other” (46:9). Babylon’s […]
God is our redeemer – The Uniform Lesson for January 2
by Sam E. Stone This month we look at five more chapters in the book of Isaiah to hear God’s message about the coming salvation for Israel. Last month we followed the theme, “Comfort for God’s People.” Now we learn of “A Future for God’s People.” It is helpful to read the verses between last […]
