Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

As Isaiah 1 begins Jehovah comments that Judah is not as attentive to Him as an ox or donkey. Why can they not understand that their disobedience causes their failure to succeed? The Lord does not accept the sacrifices, offerings, and worthless assemblies that are part of their tradition. He has stopped listening to their prayers because of the evil habits they practice.

Instead of sacrifice and false worship God desires us to be just, defend the oppressed, and care for orphans and widows. Willingness and obedience will give us the opportunity to become what Yahweh wants us to become. The time to have a second chance is up and the wrath of our sovereign Lord will be dispensed not just to the Judeans, but also the northern tribes of Israel.

The mountain on which the Temple was originally built is in Isaiah 2. Today we know that many diverse groups have used this parcel of land for their worship including the Islamic community that has a mosque there as this time. A prophecy of peace is proclaimed.

The day will come when the land of Judah and its people will be rejected. These are the things that the authorities refused to believe. The devastation of Israel was predicted and the time when the same would happen in Jerusalem.

The judgment prophecy continues in Isaiah chapter 3. Jerusalem and Judah will suffer lose, famine, and starvation. The righteous will not be forgotten, but the wicked will not escape forever. A courtroom setting is described, and Jehovah is the magistrate. Even the women of the land will be held responsible for their sin. 

A day is predicted when the city of Jerusalem and Judah will recover in Isaiah 4. Just as Jehovah can restore a devastated city, he can and will restore you. If you need to know how, message me.

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