In this look at the final chapters of Isaiah, a quick glance is cast at the third and fourth visions of the anointed conquerer, including an important on the wrath…
An introduction to the book of Isaiah, the first major prophet. Isaiah is sometimes critically claimed to be the work of two or more authors, but there are clear signs…
The book of Isaiah is divided into two main parts (1-39 and 40-66). These parts are not separate, but bound together by common themes, such as 'the holy one of…
In this double session Roger looks at the 'justice passages' in Isaiah 58-62, that Jesus then applies in Luke 4-7. Isaiah 58 emphasises justice issues and is fulfilled in Jesus's…
The first of six talks looking at the servant songs, which are found in the second part of Isaiah. Primarily we learn a great deal about Jesus but we can…
Concluding the study of chapters 6-12. The book of Emmanuel is divided into two, with a message to Judah then a message to Israel, both centred on famous messianic prophecies.…
Another look at the context of the book of Cyrus to the servant songs, looking especially in chapters 40-55 at the theme of redemption and how it reflects the full…
This is the final session looking at the 'book of Cyrus' which is framed by the two servant songs in chapters 42 and 49. Looking at chapters 44 to 48,…
Roger looks at the second servant song in Isaiah 49 and beginning also to look at the third in chapter 50. Examining how the messiah's job and lifestyle is described…
Concluding his look at the servant songs, Roger comments insightfully on a few verses from the third song in chapter 50, highlighting ideas about God's righteousness and faithfulness - ideas…