Isaiah - Chapter-2

Chapter Summary

The coming glory of Jerusalem and Israel. The humbling of the haughty and the shame of sinners in that day.

Discussion Questions for Isaiah, Chapter 2

  1. Verse 2 says that the mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established. How shall this come to pass? How is it to be established?
  2. Why does being established “as the highest mountain“ (vs. 2, ESV) hold weight to the people in this context? What would they associate with being the highest mountain? Why would this be significant to them?
  3. How will God's judgment change Judah?
  4. Why does God redeemed Judah? What role does Judah play in God's unfolding story of redemption?
  5. What is Isaiah giving the people in verses 1-5? Do you see Isaiah's message here as a word of hope? Briefly explain your response.
  6. Why has God rejected Judah in Isaiah‘s lifetime?
  7. In verse 5 Isaiah says, “O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the LORD”. (ESV) How do you imagine Isaiah saying this? What expression the picture on his face?
  8. Verses 10, 19, and 21 all speak on the “terror” and “splendor” of The Lord. How do these words contrast and align? Why is The Lord described in this way? How can He be both?
  9. How does God feel about human pride? How does He respond to it?
  10. What point is Isaiah getting across in verse 22? What are some ways you can “regard man”? (ESV)

Key Words/Phrase

Last days, v. 2.

Characters

God, Isaiah.

Strong Verse(s)

11, 22.