This is the last chapter in this prologue to Isaiah before Isaiah depicts the scene, in Isa 6 which most of us are more familiar with where he is called and appointed as a prophet. It opens with a song that tells us about the state of affairs. What sort of a world is it that the prophet Isaiah is called to speak God’s word into? We have heard of two Israels – which Israel will be sung of today?

In this study, we continue building on this coming day that Isaiah has been telling the people about in the last 2 chapters, but we see quite a different side to this day here. Here, we read of the provision of a saviour and a promise of holiness and life (Isa 4:2-4). The chapter will also show us a new creation where God dwells and provides shelter (Isa 2:5-6).

These verses continue the theme in the earlier verses, which speak of Israel’s sin. But tucked inside is also a call for them to hope in God and turn back to him.