Isaiah 46

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Almighty Repentance Dependence Prophecy Idols Promises Calling Acknowledging God Righteousness Salvation Creation

In Isaiah 46, God speaks to his people, reminding them of his faithfulness and the futility of trusting in idols or false gods. He highlights his power and sovereignty, declaring that he alone can predict and control the future. He encourages his people to turn back to him and trust in his promises.

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God Reminds His People of His Faithfulness

1 Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the weary beast.

2 They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity.

3 Hearken unto me, O house of Jacob, and all the remnant of the house of Israel, which are borne by me from the belly, which are carried from the womb:

4 And even to your old age I am he; and even to hoar hairs will I carry you: I have made, and I will bear; even I will carry, and will deliver you.

5 To whom will ye liken me, and make me equal, and compare me, that we may be like?

6 They lavish gold out of the bag, and weigh silver in the balance, and hire a goldsmith; and he maketh it a god: they fall down, yea, they worship.

7 They bear him upon the shoulder, they carry him, and set him in his place, and he standeth; from his place shall he not remove: yea, one shall cry unto him, yet can he not answer, nor save him out of his trouble.

8 Remember this, and shew yourselves men: bring it again to mind, O ye transgressors.

9 Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me,

10 Declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure:

11 Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it.

12 Hearken unto me, ye stouthearted, that are far from righteousness:

13 I bring near my righteousness; it shall not be far off, and my salvation shall not tarry: and I will place salvation in Zion for Israel my glory.

Commentary

This chapter serves as a reminder to believers that God is always in control and faithful to his promises. The contrast between the idols and false gods that fail to provide any help or guidance and the Almighty God who never fails is clear. The chapter also emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and not relying on our own strength or abilities. It is a powerful message of hope, inspiring us to put our faith in God and his unfailing love.