Read Isaiah 40
This week we are going to start into the second section of Isaiah- chapters 40-66. Chapter 39 ends with the Israelites being carried off to captivity in Babylon. Isaiah then begins a message of hope to the exiles and beyond. Interestingly much of what is written is from a future vantage point.
Listen to the Bible Project summary here:
As the people returned the exile ended, many had lost faith in God, believing that God had neglected them and allowed them to be captured. They still did not see that it was their own disobedience and rebellion that brought punishment from God.
They seem to be accusing God in 40:27 of being disregarded by God.
Again God explains who He is and what He has provided for them.
How does God answer their complaint?
How does God describe Himself throughout this chapter?
Of His characteristics, what are you most in need of today?