“say to those with fearful hearts, ‘Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.’” —Isaiah 35:4 (NIV)

Bible Engagement: Week 19, Divided Kingdom/Isaiah

Tier 1: Isaiah 40-41
Tier 2: Isaiah 40-41
Tier 3: Isaiah 40-41

Tier 1 Questions

1. Note some characteristics of God in today’s Scripture.
   

2. Compare Isaiah 40:3-5 with the prophesy of John the Baptist in Luke 3:4-6. What similarities do you see?
   

• Note that it was common in the days of Isaiah for kings to send messengers before them to call for preparation for the coming of the king.
3. What hope does this chapter bring to Israel in the light of impending judgement?

Tiers 2-3 Questions

1. Note some characteristics of God in today’s Scripture.
   

2. Compare Isaiah 40:3-5 with the prophesy of John the Baptist in Luke 3:4-6. What similarities do you see?
   

• Note that it was common in the days of Isaiah for kings to send messengers before them to call for preparation for the coming of the king.
3. What hope does this chapter bring to Israel in the light of impending judgement?

Application

1. Praise God for His salvation through Jesus and ask Him to show how you can be a messenger to call others to prepare for His return.
   

Growth Check

Congratulations! You have completed 19 weeks of the plan! Our goal is to grow closer to God and in community with each other. Take a few moments to assess your growth so far.

Loving God

1. In what ways have these Scriptures helped you grow in your love for God?
   

2. How have you grown in your prayer goals so far?
   

Loving Others
1. How have you grown in your love for the people since starting the plan?