The concluding verses of Isaiah 49 provide us with two dramatic prophetic pictures. In verses 22 and 23 Zion is informed that her children shall be gathered to her with regal attention and respect. The last three verses speak of Yahweh’s deliverance of the children of Zion from their oppressor…
This article is a continuation from the previous issue of The Lampstand and considers Jesus, the response of Gentiles and Isaiah 49.
There are a number of occasions in the ministry of the Lord where Gentiles become involved in his saving work. We shall look at three of them in each of which the wo…
A call to the Gentiles Read More »
In the previous article of this series it was seen that the Call of the Gentiles was taught from the earliest times of
Israel’s history. The serpent lifted up in the wilderness provided deliverance for “anyone”, Israelite or Gentile, who looked upon it in faith. Jesus confirmed this when he …
A Light to Lighten the Gentiles Read More »
In this section the promise that the Servant would be a “light to the Gentiles” is elaborated and given substance. The One despised would become the object of worship of kings and princes because of Yahweh’s faithfulness. In the day of his need, the Servant’s prayer would be heard and he…
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