6/18 Isaiah 48 - No Rest for the Wicked
Key Chapters of the Bible
Getting "passed over" by the Lord is not a good thing, especially when we're talking God returning His people back to the Promised Land. Today we study Isaiah 48 and see how God warned His people about the coming judgment and confirmed His message through prophecy, but they still would not listen. Yet, He still has a plan for them that results in greater glory to Himself. Join us for another soul-nourishing study in the Book of Isaiah! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The recipients of the message of Isaiah 48 shifts from prophetically addressing the exiles and returns to focus...
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6/17 Isaiah 45 - When we Ask "Why?"
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One of the most common and most difficult questions people ask is, "Why?" They're wondering things like, "Why did some event happen?" While we won't fully understand all the answers to those questions until we're with the Lord, today's study in Isaiah 45 begins to show us some reasons for "Why?" Isaiah 45 is one of my favorite chapters on the Bible and I believe it will help us understand more of what the Lord is doing in our lives, and why. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. When you’re facing life’s difficulties, how frequently do you ask the question, “Why did...
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6/16 Isaiah 43 - God's Heart for His People
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The book of Isaiah is filled with so many rich passages, and today's chapter is one of them. In this study in Isaiah 43, we'll see God's heart as He lays out His redemptive plan for His people, and we'll see how Jesus came as the prophesied redeemer! Today's podcast is a tad long, but filled with rich truths we need to know! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Take a moment to skim Isaiah 42 and the introduction of the New Covenant. What is the overall tone of Isaiah 42? How does verse 1 (of Isaiah 43) demonstrate a shift in this tone? Why do you think the Lord speaks this way to His people...
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6/15 Isaiah 42* - Introducing the New Covenant!
Key Chapters of the Bible
The New Covenant is one of the most important topics we can understand about the plan of God among people. Yet even though it's the covenant we're in right now with God, many Christians don't understand it. Today, in our study of Isaiah 42, we're going to look at one of the earliest references to the New Covenant found in the Old Testament. Join us for the key study in this key chapter! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Isaiah 42 continues to build on the idea that a New Kingdom is coming. In verse 1, we find out that the leader of this kingdom is also a servant. Who is He a servant of? What...
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6/14 Isaiah 40 - Comfort & Hope in the Midst of Judgment
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When we sin, does God abandon us? No! And today in our study of Isaiah 40, we see a clear example of this principle as God comforts His people even while they are in exile under His judgment. Isaiah 40 is a well-known chapter that will be even more cherished as we examine the comfort of the Lord. DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. The podcast mentioned that Isaiah 40 represents a major shift in the tone and theme of the book of Isaiah. What is that shift and why do you think it occurs here? 2. According to the podcast, what are the overall circumstances...
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6/13 Isaiah 29 - True vs. False Worship
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As we continue working through the book of Isaiah, today we look at Isaiah 29 which addressed the hard-hearted, prideful worship of the Southern Kingdom. We'll talk about what it looks like and ways to deal with our own tendency to trend towards false worship in our own life. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. According to the podcast, what does the name “Ariel” in verse 1 signify? Who is the Lord addressing with this term? Why? 2. In verse 2, the Lord says that He will bring distress upon “Ariel”. What does this distress look like in verse 3? What...
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6/12 Isaiah 28 - God's Message of His Kingdom
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Isaiah 28 is one of those passages that we might not know well, yet speaks directly to our day (and the coming Day of the Lord). Join us as we study Isaiah 28 and learn about how tongues (and languages) tie into God's message of His kingdom. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to...
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6/11 Isaiah 25 - When We're With the Lord
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One of the deepest longings for God's people is for us to be with Him. Today as we look at Isaiah 25, we'll focus on that day when we'll finally be with the Lord without the curse and how we're truly be able to enjoy eternal fellowship with Him! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to...
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6/9 Isaiah 14 - A Passage about Satan?
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Isaiah 14 is a passage that is commonly said to be speaking of Satan. Yet, as we study this chapter together, we'll learn about Christ's kingdom and the enemy that will be ruling prior to our Lord's return. Join us! Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from . Also for...
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6/9 Isaiah 11* - The New Kingdom and Her King
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In this study through the Key Chapters of the Bible, we've seen that there are key chapters, and there are KEY chapters! Today, we're studying one of those Key-Key Chapters! Isaiah 11 explains God's plan for the redemption He is bringing into this world. Understanding this passage will help us unlock other passages throughout God's Word. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Have you heard of Christ’s millennial kingdom? What do you know about it? 2. Verse 1 talks about a “shoot” and a “branch.” Who is this referring to? 3. In...
info_outlineWhen life's storms come crashing down on us, where can we turn? We can turn to the Lord and look for His protection and provision. Join us today as we dive into a wonderful psalm that gives strength and peace in the storms of life.
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. Psalm 46 is about finding peace in the midst of major upheaval. Is your world undergoing upheaval? If so, in what way? If a person did not trust God in such a storm, how would they respond? How are you responding differently?
2. How does verse 1 remind us that when we face difficulties, we can find refuge in God no matter what they are? What does the word “refuge” picture? How is this evident (or not evident) in your own life?
3. The “present help” in verse 1 speaks of active, real help from the Lord. Where have you seen the Lord help you in your storms?
4. Why kind of devastation is the psalmist referring to in verses 2 & 3? What might this look like in our lives today?
5. The “selah” at the end of verse 3 is calling us to pause and reflect on what he’s just said. Take a moment and re-read verses 1-3 and summarize what they’re saying here:
6. Verse 4 takes us to a place where there is no storm, no bitterness, no division, or hatred or problems at work, health, etc. Why do we need to remember that such a place exists? According to this psalm, who lives there? How are they being refreshed (in verse 4)? How do we abide “there” even when we live in a fallen world here?
7. How would a river sustain a city in these ancient times? Was there a river flowing into Jerusalem? In verse 5, why was it important for the people of Israel to know that even through there was no river in Jerusalem, the Lord was her sustenance? In practical terms, what does this principle look like for believers today?
8. Even though God’s grace and peace continues in the storm, in verse 6, what do the nations continue to do as well? Why?
9. What is the Lord’s response to the nations in verse 6? What happens with this response? What principle is the author teaching us here?
10. According to verse 7, who is with us? What does verse 7 say about the impact His presence has in our lives?
11. The word “hosts” in verse 7 speaks of armies. What armies does the Lord control? Why is this important for us to remember?
12. Since verse 7 ends with “selah”, how about taking a moment to re-read verses 4-7 and summarizing them here:
13. Why does verse 8 call us to “behold the works of the Lord”? What works might he be referring to? Why does this strengthen our peace in the midst of a storm?
14. What does verse 9 show us about the Lord’s control over the nations? Why is this important, even when the world around us is the source of our storm?
15. Verse 10 calls us to “cease striving”. This could also be translated as “be still”. If we’re to be still, who are we trusting to act on our behalf? In your own live, are you more likely to be striving or being still the storms of your life? What would it look like to be still in these storms? What kind of faith and trust in the Lord is required to be still in this way?
16. Verse 11 repeats the encouragement from verse 7. Why do you think the author repeats himself here?
17. Verse 11 also ends with “selah”. How about taking a moment to re-read and summarize the principles from verses 8-11 here:
18. In your own life, where do you need the Lord’s peace? What principles from this psalm speak to your situation today?
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