Isaiah Ch 22. Part 1 The proclamation against Jerusalem. Jerusalem’s Judgment and Failure.

Truth In Scripture Pastor Rick Kabrick Sunday November 02, 2025 Isaiah Ch 22. The proclamation against Jerusalem. Jerusalem’s Judgment and Failure.
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ISA 14: Prophecy against Babylon.After Israel’s restoration, Israel will sing a taunt against the king of Babylon, the mighty oppressor. The king’s arrogance is described in terms of a morning star (a shining one). This is a clear reference to Satan who sought to ascend to the heavens and make himself like the Most High.
ISA 14:13-15, For you have said in your heart: ‘I will ascend into Heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of GOD; I will also sit on the mount of the congregation On the farthest sides of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, I will be like the Most High.’Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, To the lowest depths of the Pit.
Ch 15-16: Prophecy against Moab. Moab had a an unusual relationship with Israel. Isaiah describes a sudden destruction of Moab, a neighboring nation with a long, troubled relationship with Israel. The people of Moab are mourning bitterly, wailing, wearing sackcloth, and fleeing as refugees. This judgment comes because of Moab’s arrogance and pride, which blinded them to their own sin and led to their hostility toward Israel and GOD’s People.
ISA 17: Prophecy against Damascus and EphraimIn this section of text, Isaiah prophesies that Damascus, the capital of Syria (Aram), will be completely destroyed and cease to be a city. Partially fulfilled. The northern kingdom of Israel (Ephraim) is judged alongside Damascus due to its alliance with Syria and widespread idolatry.Despite the judgment, a small remnant of Israel will turn back to the LORD GOD.
ISA 18 concerns Cush (Ethiopia). This addresses a powerful, distant nation, Cush (Ethiopia). Describing it as the land of whirring wings beyond its rivers. GOD declares HE is in control of the nations, and HE will wait for the perfect time to act, like a vine keeper patiently waiting for the exact and perfect time to prune. The prophecy speaks of judgment, described as pruning the shoots before harvest. Ultimately, this nation will honor the LORD at Mount Zion, signifying its future worship and recognition of GOD’s sovereignty (the Millennial).
Ch 19 Isaiah describes the LORD’s coming judgment against Egypt in the three areas of her great strength and prosperity.These are the religious life of the people, the economic bounty produced by the Nile River, and her international reputation for great wisdom and insight.
As we have noted one thing the LORD through Isaiah is saying in that Judah you are surrounded by enemies. Those enemies are enemies of each other. Therefore DO NOT make alliances with them…come to ME, trust in ME the LORD GOD.