Isaiah: The Promise of the Messiah

by John F. MacArthur Jr.

Isaiah's ministry as a prophet—during the period of the divided kingdom—spanned the reigns of four Judean kings. He condemned the empty ritualism of his day and the idolatry into which the people had fallen. He foresaw the coming Babylonian captivity, and some of his prophecies were even fulfilled in his lifetime, but the literal fulfillment of his prophecies concerning Christ's first coming have given Isaiah's words their strongest vindication—and the further assurance in the prophecies of Christ's second coming.

In this study, pastor John MacArthur will guide you through an in-depth look at the historical backdrop to the book of Isaiah, continuing through the different prophecies and the teachings about the grace of God. Studies include close-up examinations of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, as well as careful considerations of doctrinal themes such as the "Redemption of Israel" and "The Future Glory of God's People."

—ABOUT THE SERIES—

The MacArthur Bible Study series is designed to help you study the Word of God with guidance from widely respected pastor and author John MacArthur. Each guide provides intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture by examining its parts and incorporates:


Extensive, but straight-forward commentary on the text.
Detailed observations on overriding themes, timelines, history, and context.
Word and phrase studies to help you unlock the broader meaning and apply it to your life.
Probing, interactive questions with plenty of space to write down your response and thoughts.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

176 pages, Paperback

Published January 12, 2021

About the author

John F. MacArthur, Jr. was a United States Calvinistic evangelical writer and minister, noted for his radio program entitled Grace to You and as the editor of the Gold Medallion Book Award-winning MacArthur Study Bible. MacArthur was a fifth-generation pastor, a popular author and conference speaker, and served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California beginning in 1969, as well as President of The Master’s College (and the related Master’s Seminary) in Santa Clarita, California.

Reviews

[Tracey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I added this resource to my study and it was very worthwhile. A shorter commentary that highlights meaningful words and verses. Occasionally, a chapter is skipped which is alarming, but must have some meaning.

[Damon · Rating 1 out of 5]

Chapter 59

Where is chapter59 I bought this book expecting the whole book of the prophet- not Christian like a waste of money

[Katya · Rating 3 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading and studying Isaiah with the assistance of this book.

[Lindsay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great companion book while reading the book of Isaiah!

[Tarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I find MacArthur’s writing really inaccessible. He uses difficult words in a way that feels very pedantic and not at all clear.

However, this commentary was very substantial and always, on every single page, pointed to Jesus. I appreciated the themes he tied to other books.

Also, on the Kindle version, I struggled switching back and forth between the scripture and the commentary. In MacArthur’s print copies, he has the scripture and commentary side-by-side and it was easier to jump between them.