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Isaiah 44

Isa 44, Is 44


Isaiah 44

1 Yet now hear, O Jacob my servant; and Israel, whom I have chosen:

2 Thus saith the LORD that made thee, and formed thee from the womb, which will help thee; Fear not, O Jacob, my servant; and thou, Jesurun, whom I have chosen.

3 For I will pour water upon him that is thirsty, and floods upon the dry ground: I will pour my spirit upon thy seed, and my blessing upon thine offspring:

4 And they shall spring up as among the grass, as willows by the water courses.

5 One shall say, I am the LORD's; and another shall call himself by the name of Jacob; and another shall subscribe with his hand unto the LORD, and surname himself by the name of Israel.

6 Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I am the first, and I am the last; and beside me there is no God.

7 And who, as I, shall call, and shall declare it, and set it in order for me, since I appointed the ancient people? and the things that are coming, and shall come, let them shew unto them.

8 Fear ye not, neither be afraid: have not I told thee from that time, and have declared it? ye are even my witnesses. Is there a God beside me? yea, there is no God; I know not any.

9 They that make a graven image are all of them vanity; and their delectable things shall not profit; and they are their own witnesses; they see not, nor know; that they may be ashamed.

10 Who hath formed a god, or molten a graven image that is profitable for nothing?

11 Behold, all his fellows shall be ashamed: and the workmen, they are of men: let them all be gathered together, let them stand up; yet they shall fear, and they shall be ashamed together.

12 The smith with the tongs both worketh in the coals, and fashioneth it with hammers, and worketh it with the strength of his arms: yea, he is hungry, and his strength faileth: he drinketh no water, and is faint.

13 The carpenter stretcheth out his rule; he marketh it out with a line; he fitteth it with planes, and he marketh it out with the compass, and maketh it after the figure of a man, according to the beauty of a man; that it may remain in the house.

14 He heweth him down cedars, and taketh the cypress and the oak, which he strengtheneth for himself among the trees of the forest: he planteth an ash, and the rain doth nourish it.



15 Then shall it be for a man to burn: for he will take thereof, and warm himself; yea, he kindleth it, and baketh bread; yea, he maketh a god, and worshippeth it; he maketh it a graven image, and falleth down thereto.

16 He burneth part thereof in the fire; with part thereof he eateth flesh; he roasteth roast, and is satisfied: yea, he warmeth himself, and saith, Aha, I am warm, I have seen the fire:

17 And the residue thereof he maketh a god, even his graven image: he falleth down unto it, and worshippeth it, and prayeth unto it, and saith, Deliver me; for thou art my god.

18 They have not known nor understood: for he hath shut their eyes, that they cannot see; and their hearts, that they cannot understand.

19 And none considereth in his heart, neither is there knowledge nor understanding to say, I have burned part of it in the fire; yea, also I have baked bread upon the coals thereof; I have roasted flesh, and eaten it: and shall I make the residue thereof an abomination? shall I fall down to the stock of a tree?

20 He feedeth on ashes: a deceived heart hath turned him aside, that he cannot deliver his soul, nor say, Is there not a lie in my right hand?

21 Remember these, O Jacob and Israel; for thou art my servant: I have formed thee; thou art my servant: O Israel, thou shalt not be forgotten of me.

22 I have blotted out, as a thick cloud, thy transgressions, and, as a cloud, thy sins: return unto me; for I have redeemed thee.

23 Sing, O ye heavens; for the LORD hath done it: shout, ye lower parts of the earth: break forth into singing, ye mountains, O forest, and every tree therein: for the LORD hath redeemed Jacob, and glorified himself in Israel.

24 Thus saith the LORD, thy redeemer, and he that formed thee from the womb, I am the LORD that maketh all things; that stretcheth forth the heavens alone; that spreadeth abroad the earth by myself;

25 That frustrateth the tokens of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise men backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish;

26 That confirmeth the word of his servant, and performeth the counsel of his messengers; that saith to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be inhabited; and to the cities of Judah, Ye shall be built, and I will raise up the decayed places thereof:

27 That saith to the deep, Be dry, and I will dry up thy rivers:

28 That saith of Cyrus, He is my shepherd, and shall perform all my pleasure: even saying to Jerusalem, Thou shalt be built; and to the temple, Thy foundation shall be laid.

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Summary and the Meaning of Isaiah Chapter 44

Isaiah 44, a chapter in the Book of Isaiah of the King James Version (KJV) of the Holy Bible, is an exposition of God's absolute sovereignty, the folly of idolatry, and the promise of redemption for Israel. This chapter is a powerful discourse that affirms God's supreme power, the folly of worshiping idols, and the promise of restoration for God's chosen people.

God's Sovereignty and Assurance of Blessing

The chapter begins with God reminding His chosen people, Israel, of His love and care for them. He assures them of His presence and promises to pour out His Spirit upon them and their descendants. This is a clear illustration of God's sovereignty and His ability to bless abundantly. The water metaphor used here is symbolic of spiritual blessing and divine favor. God's promise to pour out His Spirit shows His commitment to bless and sustain His people.

The assurance of God's blessing is further reiterated in the subsequent verses. God declares that He has chosen Israel, not because of their merit, but because of His sovereign will. He assures them that He will not abandon them, despite their rebellion and disobedience. This demonstrates God's unchanging love and faithfulness towards His people.

The Folly of Idolatry

In the middle section of the chapter, Isaiah vividly describes the folly of idolatry. He paints a picture of a craftsman who cuts down a tree, uses part of it to make a fire to warm himself and cook his food, and uses the remaining part to make an idol to worship. This scenario is a clear indictment of the absurdity and irrationality of idolatry. The idolater is portrayed as being blind and ignorant, unable to see the illogic of his actions.

This powerful critique of idolatry underscores the fundamental message of Isaiah: worshiping created things rather than the Creator is foolish and futile. The idol, being a creation of human hands, is powerless and worthless. It cannot see, hear, understand, or save. On the other hand, God, the Creator, is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent. He alone is worthy of worship.

Promise of Redemption and Restoration

The final part of the chapter shifts to a more hopeful tone as God promises redemption and restoration for Israel. He announces that He will forgive their sins and restore their fortunes. He also promises to rebuild Jerusalem and restore the exiles. These promises are a testament to God's mercy and grace. Despite Israel's unfaithfulness and disobedience, God is willing to forgive and restore them.

The promise of restoration is not just for Israel, but for the whole world. God declares that He will use Cyrus, the Persian king, as His instrument to bring about His purposes. This prediction, made about 150 years before Cyrus's reign, is a clear demonstration of God's sovereignty and foreknowledge. It underscores the fact that God is in control of history and can use anyone, even a pagan king, to accomplish His purposes.

Conclusion: The Message of Isaiah 44

In conclusion, Isaiah 44 is a powerful discourse on the sovereignty of God, the folly of idolatry, and the promise of redemption and restoration. It is a message of hope for the people of Israel and for all who trust in God. Despite our failings and shortcomings, God is always ready to forgive and restore us. He is the only one worthy of our worship and devotion.

The chapter also serves as a reminder of our responsibility to acknowledge God as the only true God and to reject idolatry in all its forms. In a world full of distractions and deceptions, we must resist the temptation to worship created things and focus on worshiping the Creator. As God's chosen people, we are called to live in obedience to His commands and to trust in His promises.

Ultimately, the message of Isaiah 44 is a message of hope and assurance. Despite the challenges and difficulties we face, we can have confidence in God's sovereignty and faithfulness. He is our Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer. In Him, we find our identity, purpose, and hope.



This article is informed by the King James Version of the Holy Bible, the authors' personal knowledge, considerations and experience, and additional materials and resources available in internet.

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