Chapter Summary

The promise of the Spirit and the coming restoration. The folly of idolatry.

Discussion Questions for Isaiah, Chapter 44

1. In verse three God mentions his blessing will be on his descendents, what does that mean for the people of Israel?
2. When you hear the term idols, what are some things that come to mind?
3. Verse 9 uses the word graven image to describe idols, what do you think Isaiah means by graven image? What are some examples of graven images in our world today?
4. What does verse 18 describe about the understanding of man? What does he know about creating an idol?
5. What has God done to the idol in verse 19-20? What does it say about the 'god' represented in the idol?
6. In verse 22 why do you think the Lord desired to redeem the people of their sins?
7. How can the forgiveness of the Lord be applied to our relationships?
8. In verse 27 what does Isaiah say about God's sovereignty over creation? What do we learn about God from creation?
9. What is the purpose of Cyrus in the passage? How will God use Cyrus?
10. In terms of the temple being rebuilt, what does it mean that "Your foundation will be laid?"

Key Words/Phrase

Ashamed, restored (vv. 11, 22, 26).

Characters

God, Holy Spirit, Cyrus.

Strong Verse(s)

6, 8, 22.