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 […]
Salvation for God’s people—The Uniform Lesson for January 9
by Sam E. Stone The previous chapter concluded with God’s dramatic announcement that Cyrus, a pagan ruler, will be used to save the Lord’s people. This may have prompted questions about God’s ways, similar to those raised by Habakkuk. Terry Briley observes, “Although chapter 45 does not state specific objections to God’s use of Cyrus, […]
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 […]
