Chapter Summary

The dullness of Israel. Restoration under the Servant of Jehovah. Israel reminded of the promises.

Discussion Questions for Isaiah, Chapter 48

1. What is God saying about his people in the first eleven verses? What do we learn about God from our sin?
2. What are the consequences of Israel's idols? What are the consequences when we worship modern day idols?
3. What is God asking of Israel in the chapter?
4. How can we learn from Israel in this chapter?
5. What does it mean that "There is no peace for the wicked" (NASB)?
6. What does this passage say of the Lord's patience? How do you see the Lord's patience in your own life?
7. What do we learn about Israel's disobedience in this chapter? How does Israel's disobedience apply to us?
8. Why is God wanting Israel to flee from Babylon and the Chaldeans?
9. Why did God allow Israel to go through the trials by the Chaldeans?
10. What does this passage teach about the promises of God?

Key Words/Phrase

Anger deferred, v. 9

Characters

God, Christ, Holy Spirit.

Strong Verse(s)

12, 17, 22