Hope Sabbath School

Isaiah 1 to 5 serves as an introductory unit to the book of Isaiah. It describes not only the vile condition of the Israelite society, in general, but also its spiritual condition. The focus on Israel’s spiritual condition comprises the main focus of the book. The religion of God’s people is corrupted. Is there hope in the midst of such a situation?

Why does the prophet refer to the king’s death? Is it a simple historical reference? Isaiah, by alluding to the famous monarch, wants to contrast the human king with the majestic and glorious King of the universe. 

When the kings of Aram and Israel wage war against his nation, Ahaz is so overcome by fear that the Lord sends a message through the prophet Isaiah in order to encourage him to trust in Him: the plans of those nations are not going to succeed.

Isaiah 7 and 8 form a unit on the judgment against Judah. This study is divided into three sections, entitled: (1) the enemies are coming; (2) the friend nation comes for Judah; and (3) trust in the holy one.