Today we jump into the middle of Isaiah to find a chapter which shows a miraculous transformation. In this passage, we see a glorious, promising, sure shoot coming from the dry stump of Jesse. We see life and prosperity and growth where before there was none.

We see a picture of what the Savior would do in the fullness of time. Jesus would bring life, light, strength, courage, justice, healing, peace, love, and JOY! This prophecy could only be filled by God Himself who alone could provide the Way of Holiness for His people. Look carefully to see the beautiful work and promises of our faithful Savior, Redeemer, and Friend.

Isaiah 35:1-10

1 The wilderness and the dry land shall be glad; the desert shall rejoice and blossom like the crocus; 2 it shall blossom abundantly and rejoice with joy and singing. The glory of Lebanon shall be given to it, the majesty of Carmel and Sharon. They shall see the glory of the Lord, the majesty of our God. 3 Strengthen the weak hands, and make firm the feeble knees. 4 Say to those who have an anxious heart, “Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.” 5 Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; 6 then shall the lame man leap like a deer, and the tongue of the mute sing for joy. For waters break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert; 7 the burning sand shall become a pool, and the thirsty ground springs of water; in the haunt of jackals, where they lie down, the grass shall become reeds and rushes. 8 And a highway shall be there, and it shall be called the Way of Holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it. It shall belong to those who walk on the way; even if they are fools, they shall not go astray. 9 No lion shall be there, nor shall any ravenous beast come up on it; they shall not be found there, but the redeemed shall walk there. 10 And the ransomed of the Lord shall return and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.

[ WHAT ] is this passage saying and what is a key truth or thought that we learn?

+ What will be glad, blossom, rejoice, and shout for joy? [v1-2]

+ How is this possible? Why is it being personified?

+ What will be revealed to it? [v2]

+ Who is “they” referring to in verse 2?

+ How will “they” benefit? [v3-4]?

+ What is God’s promise in verse 4. What does He call us to do?

+ What specific miracles do you see? [v 6-7]

+ Where have you seen these types of miracles before in Scripture?

+ What will be found in this specific place? [v8]

+ What is this place called?

+ How does one have access to this place?

+ Who will not be in this place?

+ Who may travel to this place?

+ Verse 9 gives another name to those who may travel to this place. What is it?

+ Verse 10 gives yet another name to those who may travel to this place. What is it?

+ What will be the peoples’ reaction as they travel the Highway to Zion? [v10]

+ What other things will they obtain in Zion?

[ HOW ] is the Lord calling me to action/obedience?

+ Is there sin to confess or a next step to take? How has it gone since last time?

+ What black and white truths cannot be overlooked in this portion of Scripture specifically found in verse 8?

+ As you remember this truth, what is God calling you to do?

+ Who does the Lord want you to share this truth with today?

[ WHO ] am I walking with and praying for to discover Jesus?

+ What is my next step?