Charles (Chuck) Kensinger

Isaiah wrote the story from his point of view in chapter 37. He told Hezekiah to listen to what Jehovah has to say. For the third time we see that Judah will not fall to Assyria. Their domination has ended, and another country will become the strongest.

Isaiah includes the words of Hezekiah in chapter 38 about his illness. He expresses his regret at losing his kingdom so early. He praises God for healing him. His love is the motivation. Parents tell their children how faithful the Lord is. Isaiah recommends a poultice of figs to cure the King’s illness.

Isaiah 39 tells the story of the envoys from Babylon being shown all the wealth of the Temple and the palace. He warns Hezekiah that Babylon will eventually conquer the city and the nation. The King’s response seems a little self-centered. He is glad that the destruction of Jerusalem will not happen until after he is gone.

We have another Psalm of Asaph in Psalms 76. Jehovah is honored in Judah. He is a God of light not darkness. No one can stand against our Lord. This song speaks of the salvation of Judah, not its destruction. All nations should fear His power to defend His people.

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