ISAIAH 29

JERUSALEM WILL BE OVERTHROWN BEFORE THEIR REDEMPTION

In this chapter, Isaiah addresses Jerusalem, which he references as “Ariel,” meaning “Lion of God.” Isaiah prophesizes that Jerusalem will be overthrown by other nations and become as lowly as dirt.

Isaiah acknowledges God as the Creator, using the analogy of a potter and clay. The Israelites, despite their entitled attitudes, have no power over the God who created them. God views His creation as the work of His hands and desires their worship and affection.

The people of Jerusalem appear near to God with their words, but not with their hearts or their actions. In the same way God promised to redeem Abraham, God tells of His plans to redeem Jerusalem and rebuild the city.