Through The Bible - English - 24 (Isaiah-1) by Zac Poonen
Summary
The speaker provides a detailed overview of the prophetic books of the Old Testament, establishing a timeline for when prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and others ministered. He notes that Isaiah is particularly rich, dividing it into two sections: the first 39 chapters dealing with Old Testament prophecies and the second 27 chapters with New Testament prophecies. Key themes highlighted are God's sovereignty, seen in the Throne of the Lord (Isaiah 6), and the prophecy of the Cross through the 'Lamb' (Isaiah 53), showing Jesus as the servant of Jehovah.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Chronological Overview of the ProphetsThe speaker reviews the historical timeline of the Old Testament prophets from Elijah and Elisha through Malachi, explaining who prophesied to Israel and Judah and when they served.
The Two Divisions of IsaiahIsaiah is uniquely divided into 66 chapters mirroring the Bible, with the first 39 chapters focusing on Old Testament prophecies and judgment, and the final 27 focusing on New Testament themes.
Israel's Backslidden State in Chapter OneGod rebukes His people through Isaiah, comparing Jerusalem to Sodom because their religious rituals and prayers are rendered worthless by unconfessed sin.
The Day of the Lord and Warning Against PrideChapter two speaks of the future day of the Lord when all human pride will be abased and God alone will be exalted, cautioning believers not to fear man whose breath is in his nostrils.
Spiritual Decay and the Rebuke of WorldlinessChapter three describes the pathetic state of immature leadership and warns the daughters of Zion against pride, luxury, and worldliness.
The Millennial Hope and Isaiah's Vision of the ThroneAfter reviewing the six woes of chapter five, chapter six presents Isaiah's life-changing vision of God's holiness on the throne, leading him to confess his own unclean lips before being cleansed and sent.
The Immanuel Prophecy and the Fear of GodIsaiah chapter seven prophesies the virgin birth of Immanuel, and chapter eight encourages believers to fear God alone rather than the threatening armies around them.
The Prince of Peace and the Government Upon His ShoulderChapter nine proclaims the birth of the Son whose government rests upon His shoulder, bringing deep rest to Christian workers who recognize that the work belongs to the Lord.
The Sevenfold Spirit and the Root of JesseChapter eleven describes the coming reign of Christ empowered by the sevenfold Holy Spirit, bringing harmony to creation where even the wolf and lamb lie down together.
The Fall of Babylon and Lucifer's Self-WillChapters thirteen and fourteen detail the fall of Babylon and trace the origin of sin to Lucifer's fivefold declaration of 'I will,' contrasted with Christ's submission to the Father's will.
Perfect Peace and the Conclusion of Section OneChapter twenty-six promises perfect peace for minds stayed on God, and the speaker briefly surveys the remaining chapters up to chapter 39, concluding the first major section of Isaiah.
