Character Study - Isaiah
Elements:
Name & scriptures
Summary of their story (Background, when and where they lived, family, meaning of their name)
What they are known for
Strength & weaknesses (Characteristics)
Victories & challenges
How they point us to christ
Lessons we can learn from them
Questions you have from the story
Oct 16 - Isaiah
Isaiah is one of the most influential prophets in the Hebrew Bible. During his career, Isaiah advises several kings of Judah, helping them to avoid being destroyed by the mighty Assyrian Empire (around 700 B.C.E.).
Beyond Isaiah's political influence, he is a masterful poet, with many of his prophecies inspiring hope for eventual peace and righteousness on earth. Several of these prophecies were later understood by Christians to be predictions of Jesus, including the birth of Immanuel; the coming of the Prince of Peace, as quoted in Handel's Messiah; and the suffering of God's "Servant" for the sins of His people.
Next Character Study: Mary
Important Parts about Mary:
Matthew 1-2
Matthew 12:46-50/Mark 3:31
Luke 1-2
John 2
John 19:25-27
Acts 1:14