Note: the next time we will be in Isaiah will be on the 23rd of July. On the 16th, we will have guest speakers, Hans and Jennifer Anderson, who are missionaries with ECMI in Spain.
Memory verse: Isa 30:15
Read Isaiah chapter 14. At first reading, this is part of a larger section documenting God's judgment on the pagan nations around Israel, and supports our theme that God is sovereign over the nations. However, right in the middle of the chapter, in verses 12-15, is a section that should catch our attention. For although some of it aptly describes the attitude of godless kings, there is also that which does not seem to apply. For example, which of the godless kings "fell from heaven"?
Theologians have long attributed this portion of Scripture to be descriptive of Satan. If true, it gives us insight into His rebellion against God. (You can gain additional insight by reading Ezek 28:11-19.) Considering this to be a real possibility, please ponder the following:
1. If God has seen fit to give us information about Satan in Isa 14, why did he tuck it away in the middle of a chapter about the Babylonians?
2. What do you think this might have taught the Jews of Isaiah's day, and what (if any) application can be made today?
After enjoying our missionary guests, see you on the 23rd.
Kevin
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