What can we learn about the character and the heart of God from this passage, and from the reality of God’s judgment against sin and sinners?

Isaiah 13-21 speaks to the sovereignty of God to bring judgment against all the nations of the world because of their sin and rebellion against him.  Why is this important?  How is it relevant for us, as Christians today?

Isaiah 22 speaks to God’s judgment that is coming against his own people in Jerusalem, because of their sin and rebellion.  Why is this important?  What does it tell us about the heart and character of God?

All throughout the book of Isaiah, even in the midst of judgment, there are glimpses of future restoration and hope.  (19:23-25, 25:6-9, 26:1-4, 27:2-6, 27:12-13)  What do these passages teach us about God, and his character?

These chapters have a strong emphases on both judgment and mercy.  How are we to reconcile the tension that seems to be presented between these two realities?

Read Isaiah 14:3-20.  What can we learn from this passage about the dangers of pride?  How does this passage serve as a cautionary tale for us?

Why does God rebuke the city of Jerusalem in Isaiah 22?  What relevance and application might this rebuke have for us, as Christians today?

19:16-25 suggests that Egypt and Assyria will be part of God’s future redemptive plan.  What does this tell us about the heart of God, and about the nature and scope of his mercy for sinners?  How is it calling us to respond (particularly in terms of how we think about and treat people who are different than us)?

Isaiah 25-26 gives us a vision of hope in God’s grace and salvation.  How is this meant to comfort us when we experience suffering in this life?  What can we be doing, as Christians today, to prepare for this future reality?

These chapters portray both the reality of judgment, and the promise of hope.  How can we, as Christians today, live in this tension of recognizing God's holiness, justice, and judgment; while also holding on to his promises of mercy and redemption?

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