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The book of Isaiah is part of that astounding group of Old Testament contributions that reveal the men of God who functioned as intermediaries between the human and the divine: the prophets.

Isaiah is considered the "Shakespeare of the prophets" and this book describes God's greatness, glory, and grace; plus the virgin birth, the resurrection of the Messiah, and so much more!

"The measure of any book's greatness is not to be looked for in the quantity of its lines or paragraphs or pages, but in the quality of its content. The book of Isaiah is great because of the breadth of its teachings, because of the importance of its message, because of the sweep of its subject matter." - Ronald Youngblood, Themes from Isaiah, Royal Books, Ventura, CA.

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Be part of a wonderful Biblical community doing a monthly live Bible study (video webinar) on various chapters of the Book of Isaiah, diving into all 66 in total. And don't worry, all prior Isaiah study webinars are recorded, so you haven't missed anything - they're waiting for you in your membership portal!

The Book of Isaiah is actually three books in one, with each section and chapter a vital piece of the whole. The focus for our upcoming monthly webinars will be a deep dive into all of them: Isaiah, chapters 1 – 66. We’ll learn of the original prophet’s message of judgment, then hope, for Israel; how God constructs almost a trial scene to defend the Babylonian Exile as a wake-up call to Israel from its wandering ways. We’ll discover the extraordinary chapters so well-known in Handel’s brilliant oratorio, “The Messiah,” and how God’s servant will come to not only rescue Israel but all people.

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So, why Study Isaiah?

It’s impossible to listen to or read national or global news today without hearing about the chaos caused by recent economic decisions that affect individuals and businesses worldwide.

This chaos is like what the prophet Isaiah faced in his world, only his was even worse as he confronted “wars and rumors of war” (see Matthew 26, which describes another chaotic time).

During such periods of change or upheaval, the Bible is where people increasingly turn for answers, including to find hope. This describes Isaiah, a prophet grounded in hope yet tough enough to call out the things that were out of alignment with the divine.

This is why we are studying Isaiah: not only to find answers for ourselves to current challenges, but also to help family, neighbors, and fellow citizens find answers for themselves.

Isaiah doesn’t gloss over the challenges of living in larger political and economic systems, nor can we.

Isaiah has answers, and that’s why we are studying these chapters! Join us for this study, and watch the other episodes when you have time.

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Jesus healing the demoniac, James Tissot
Brooklyn Museum

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Airing Live on November 11th.

We Start Isaiah, Book 3

Episode 11: Chapters 56 – 60

Entering what is referred to as “Third Isaiah,” themes of redemption, justice, and the coming of God’s kingdom are addressed.

There is new inclusivity as blessings are made on foreigners and others typically excluded from Israel’s focus.

The righteous now include all who keep God’s covenant, and justice is pronounced on idolaters.

True worship is defined not in acts of worship but in mercy toward others and humility for oneself.

The needy are called out, and those who support them are blessed.

For those who repent, God’s blessings are showered on them, and the light of Zion is a light to all people.

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Airing Live on December 9th.

Episode 12: Chapters 61 – 66

This final section further develops the themes of restoration, justice, and divine intervention.

The “Year of the Lord” includes restoration, blessing, healing, and freedom. Instead of ashes and mourning, there will be jubilation and joy. Zion is saved and restored, and God’s future glory and righteousness will be revealed.

A wine press metaphor illustrates the pressing of the wicket with imagery of the Lord as warrior, judging and annihilating His enemies.

Finally, as the book comes to a close, Isaiah brings a vision of God’s ultimate justice and peace for all who are humble.

The Ghent Altarpiece: The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb (detail) by Jan and Hubert van Eyck, 1432, in St. Bavo’s Cathedral, Ghent, Belgium.

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Introduction and Chapters 1 – 6

The Prophet Isaiah, in North Italian School, 18th century.
Artist unknown. (Angel cleansing Isaiah's tongue with coal)

The first 39 chapters of Isaiah cover the prophet’s work with multiple kings of Judah in a period marked by political upheaval, the threat of foreign invasion, and social injustice. The prophet condemns Judah for its moral failures and calls for repentance. Isaiah also calls out Israel’s arrogance and warns of judgment, but future peace for the nations will be the outcome. A parable of a vineyard is used to explain Israel’s failure to be righteous, and Isaiah shares his vision of God’s holiness, one of the book's highlights.

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Episode 2: Chapters 7 – 12

Isaiah’s Prophecy to King Ahaz,

By Charles Henry Granger (1812-1893)

The historical setting of the first 39 chapters is established, with King Ahaz, Judah’s King, soon to be at war with Assyria, increasingly a threat. Does Ahaz rely on allies like Syria to defend his country, or does the King radically rely on God? The prophet tells the King to ask God for a sign that God can be trusted, but Ahaz declines. God sends a sign anyway – that a virgin will conceive and bring a Messiah, introducing the themes of judgment and redemption throughout the book.

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Episode 3: Chapters 13 – 23

The Last Judgment (1536-1541)

By Michaelangelo, Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Rome.

These ten chapters are full of judgments against the various nations surrounding Israel and Judah, from Assyria to Egypt. Israel has a choice (as we all are) regarding where it trusts: in human alliances or God. The theological underpinning of the book is that God is sovereign and in control of not only Israel but all nations. Their downfall, due to arrogance and profane behavior, serves as a warning to Israel to amend her current ways. Yet God has only redemption and peace for Israel, providing a needed note of hope.

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Episode 4: Chapters 24 - 27

The Resurrection, by Piero delia Francesca, 1480,
Museo Civico, Sansepoloro, Italy.

These chapters are also referred to as the “Little Apocalypse” of the book, complete with a vision of judgment and hope. Providing dramatic contrasts, the prophet tells of both the desolation of judgment and the joy of the righteous, including their triumph over death. A planned feast reminds one of the banqueting tables of the parables and later Revelation. A sense of divine justice is explained by the wicked being punished and the righteous being victorious, illustrating God’s final destruction of evil.

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Episode 5: Chapters 28-35

Here are six challenging “woe” passages that call out the Northern Kingdom of Israel, the Southern Kingdom, Judah, the city of Jerusalem, and Judah’s alliance with Egypt—all who have abandoned God and will now have their actions result in judgment. These are God’s people, but they have been unfaithful, and reckoning is coming, but with it, the opportunity to change course through repentance. The final two chapters of this section, 34 and 35, return to the familiar theme of deliverance for the faithful after further judgment on Edom.

Isaiah, by Michaelangelo, Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Rome.

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Episode 6: Chapters 36-39

Completing First Isaiah

These four chapters guide us from the threat of one enemy to another, highlighting the vigilance needed as we navigate our daily lives.

You may gain insight into the historical context of Isaiah's prophetic period and the challenges he addressed, but what truly matters here is how well you heed the prophetic messages provided to maintain spiritual alertness and vigilance today.

This offers a glimpse of the lessons we can learn from this astounding prophet who never shied away from the challenges of his times, reminding us that we can do no less today.

Defeat of Sennacherib’s Army,

By Peter Paul Rubens, 1612-1614

These chapters focus on King Hezekiah and are like those in II Kings 18:13 - 20:19, which reveal the challenge the King has determining whether he relies on God or Egypt.

King Hezekiah experiences a profound healing in these chapters as he initially reflects on his mortality, only to discover that God provides life to fulfill His purpose. This serves as a reminder of who is in control of your life and how you live in accordance with God’s larger purpose.

The chapters serve as a bridge between the first section of Isaiah (up to chapter 39) and the beginning of the second part, chapters 40-55. We read Hezekiah’s prayer for deliverance and the army’s victory over 185,000 of Assyria’s men. As Hezekiah prays, healing comes, but the section ends with a warning about future captivity.

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Episode 8: Chapters 45 – 48

Second Isaiah Continues

Cyrus the Great is a stone carving from Persepolis, the capital of ancient Persia.

God’s promises for Israel are stated, including the anointing of Cyrus, King of Persia, and the freeing of Israel from Babylonian captivity. A discussion of idolatry is meant to show God’s sovereignty and how impotent idols are. Babylon’s downfall is prophesied, citing its arrogance and coming humiliation. The section closes with God’s promise of both salvation and the end of exile, but Israel is also called out for her stubbornness.

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Episode 7: Chapters 40 – 44

The Beginning of Second Isaiah

The Prophet Isaiah, Raphael, 1511
Basilica di Sant’Agostino, Rome.

These chapters begin Second Isaiah (chapters 40 – 55) and emphasize the comfort brought by the Messiah and the restoration of Israel from their forced Exile in Babylonia. Here is God’s glorious promise of comfort, redemption, and a declaration that their suffering is over. Establishing why this is possible, this section emphasizes God’s sovereignty and allness, committed to defending Israel from her enemies. But these chapters also present the light to the nations, the Messiah, who will redeem Israel and explain why Israel no longer needs to be afraid.

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Episode 9: Chapters 49-51

Second Isaiah Continues

The Descent from the Cross, by Rogier van der Weyden, 1435
Museo del Prado, Madri

Here are Isaiah’s glorious themes of redemption and divine promise, made famous through Handel’s Messiah.

These are the ‘suffering servant’ chapters in which an obedient servant will suffer but ultimately bring Israel redemption, hugely important chapters for Christians who see the fulfillment of this servant in Jesus Christ.

King Cyrus lets Israel return to their homeland, but the Messiah will bring salvation to God’s people and the whole world. Because of God’s unwavering commitment to His children, there are consequences for disobedience and Israel can turn to its early ‘parents’—Sarah and Abraham—for encouragement, where divine promises were also fulfilled.

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Episode 10: Chapters 52 – 55

We finish: Second Isaiah

Christ Carrying the Cross, by Titian, 1505-1507
Venice, Italy.

Here are themes of suffering, redemption and hope, paired with calls for Israel to be alert and wait for the salvation that is coming.

The “Suffering Servant” appears again in these chapters, described as taking on the sins of humanity and enduring humiliation and dehumanizing suffering.

But God’s promises will be fulfilled as the metaphor of a marriage contract is introduced where both parties fulfill their commitments.

All are invited to come to this glorious feast and bear witness to God’s transforming power and the Servant’s complete triumph.

The prophet Isaiah is considered the Shakespeare of the Hebrew Scriptures, eloquent and profound in his capture of God's holiness and presence. He also foretold the Messiah, as so powerfully captured in Handel's oratorio by that name. And Jesus quoted Isaiah often.

The Book of Isaiah's insights into God's nature, the divine's love and comfort for humanity, the presence and power of God in delivering people from danger --these are all themes that have such relevance to the challenging times we face today.

Discover what was happening in Israel and throughout the Holy lands that prompted these chapters and learn about who authored them.

You’ll learn more about the prophet Isaiah and those who wrote in his name. Most importantly, you will be invited each month to see how this ancient text has relevance for the topsy-turvy times we live in today, addressing thoughts of division, national and international peace, and other incredibly relevant issues.

Your ability to feel grounded, stable, cared for and cherished are just some of the ways the study of this extraordinary Old Testament book can bless you. And you'll have a community of fellow Bible students to do it with, online from all over the world. The hunger to dive more deeply into the Scriptures only gets fed as we actually do this and not just plan on it.

This is a powerful study that will ultimately cover all 66 chapters of the book. The chapters are divided into logical sections for each live Bible study webinar so that: while each study builds on the others, each episode offers key learnings and takeaways on their own.

During the live webinar, we hope you will share any written responses in the chat room. Above all, you will walk away with a deeper understanding of this extraordinary book of hope and the Kingdom come on earth, to which Jesus so often referred.

These monthly Bible study webinars include optional pre-work questions and suggested readings as preparation, so you can structure your Bible studies to be as in-depth as you choose. Do the pre-work, or just come ready to watch and learn, it's up to you!

There's even an optional Bible Study Workbook available with questions covering all 66 chapters of Isaiah. It offers a structured way for you to keep digging into the content, to keep being rewarded by your insights (your own, and those shared by other participants), and to be able to review your insights discovered about this remarkable book.

So, reward yourself, take a break from your daily rounds, and soak up the spiritual lessons waiting for you to discover in the book of Isaiah.

Madelon Maupin, MTS

...grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is a graduate of Principia College where she majored in Biblical Studies. She spent several decades in business, first starting three business newspapers, Madelon then managed a national career transition firm and eventually had her own leadership consulting firm for 20 years in Los Angeles.

In 2004 Madelon returned to graduate school while maintaining her consulting business, and obtained a Masters in Theological Studies degree with a focus on the Bible. This was from San Francisco Theological Seminary, graduating in 2008.

She loves sharing the Bible and has been an active speaker throughout the US and also Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Europe for many years, speaking to churches and non-profit groups. She has traveled extensively throughout the Middle East, lecturing for Princess Cruises, as well as leading her own historical and educational tours to Biblical lands.

In 2012, Madelon launched BibleRoads, a biblical education company that provides Christian talks, workbooks, online courses, and a membership for spiritual thinkers.

Madelon lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.