Isaiah 8 - Assyria Will Invade the Land

 

Isaiah 8 – Assyria Will Invade the Land

 

Isaiah’s first son’s name means “a remnant will return”. His second son’s name means “swift is the booty, speedy is the prey”. In other words, God is against those who are against His people.

Because Ahaz is a godless man, God is trying to reach him. He tries to assure him that God will take care of the enemies of his people. The Assyrians will invade Syria and Samaria, but the enemy that was planning to attack Judah will be taken into captivity. God used Assyria to judge Israel for their rejection of Him and her trust in Syria.

Isaiah tells Ahaz that the people refused the waters of Shiloh, a gentle brook offering peace that God offered them. When they refused the waters God sent the Euphrates River to flood the land, bringing the judgment of God. God spoke to Ahaz saying, ‘I’ll spare you, only if you will turn to me.”

How one responds to the dangers and challenges of life proves whether they have faith in God’s promises.

If you fear God, you need not fear the threats of men. Make Jesus Lord in your life, and He will take care of your fears. (I Pet. 3:3-17). Christ is the stone of refuge for His people but a snare to those who reject Him.

The Word of God is the only authority for the believer, even if circumstances seem to challenge it. In Isaiah’s day, the leaders were even consulting mediums (Deut. 18:10-12). Let the Word be your light in the dark world. (Ps. 119:105)

 

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