“"Behold, the Lord's hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, or his ear dull, that it cannot hear;"”
Isaiah 59:1
Summary
Isaiah 59 addresses the separation between God and the people of Israel due to their sins. Despite God's power and willingness to save, it is their iniquities that have created a barrier. The chapter vividly describes societal injustice, including deceit and violence, and how these sins have left the people estranged from God. There is no justice or peace among the people because they have chosen to follow wicked paths instead of God's righteous ways. However, the chapter shifts to a note of hope as it proclaims that God will intervene. He will bring justice and salvation, not based on the people's righteousness but on His own steadfast love and covenant. The concluding verses speak of a Redeemer coming to Zion and the promise of God's Word and Spirit being with His people eternally.