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This text reveals Isaiah's main message. The issue was fear of the Lord versus fear of people (see Isaiah 7:9; 8:6). When someone fears people, the Lord becomes a trap and destruction is certain (compare Proverbs 29:25; see “Fearing People” Theme Note). For those who fear the Lord, he becomes a sanctuary and their salvation is assured.
These prophecies occurred when Assyria rose to power. Syria and Israel formed an alliance against Judah (Isaiah 7:1–2; see 2 Kings 16:5). God used Assyria as a tool to punish Syria, Israel, and Judah (Isaiah 7–10).
Isaiah Fearing People Salvation in Isaiah The Stone the Builders Rejected Trusting God in Isaiah
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Prophecies Concerning Israel: Prophecies Concerning of Their Rejection of the Messiah Prophecies Concerning Israel: Prophecies Concerning of War and Other Judgments