The book of Isaiah is outstanding in its brilliance of style, poetic
power, and foretaste of the hope of the gospel. It tells how God
himself has provided the highway to holiness for those who have been
redeemed. These are images that evoke the exodus from Egypt and
foreshadow Christ's achievement at the cross. There is joy even in
Isaiah's portrayal of judgment--rebuilding within the demolition, the
new replacing the old--as world events reveal God's hand.
In the visionary world of Isaiah, the varied themes and imagery of the
Old Testament converge and blend as they project an extraordinary climax
of the story of Israel and of the world. Barry Webb calls Isaiah the
Romans of the Old Testament, where all the threads come together and the
big picture of God's purposes are most clearly set forth. Attuned to the
magnificent literary architecture of Isaiah, Webb escorts us through
this prophecy and trains our ears and hearts to resonate with its great
biblical-theological themes.
Part of the beloved Bible Speaks Today series, The Message of Isaiah
offers an insightful, readable exposition of the biblical text and
thought-provoking discussion of how its meaning relates to contemporary
life. Used by students and teachers around the world, the Bible Speaks
Today commentaries are ideal for those studying or preaching the Bible
and anyone who wants to delve deeper into the text. This revised edition
of a classic volume features lightly updated language and a new interior
design.
