The Servant's Mission

Isaiah 49

Sermon Notes:

1) The Servant is Israel, 3

2) The Servant has a divine mission, 1-2

3) The Servant has a worldwide mission, 1, 6-8, 11-12, 22

4) The Servant’s mission is to restore Israel, 2-3, 5-7, 19-21

5) The Servant’s success is secured by a covenant, 8-9

6) The Servant’s mercy will release prisoners and captives, 9-13, 22-26

7) The Servant’s people may feel forgotten, but they certainly are not, 13-16

8) The Servant will be served by kings, 7, 17-18, 22-23

9) The Servant will provide life out of barrenness, 19-21

10) The Servant’s Strength will bind the strongman and rescue the captives, 23-26

Reflection Questions:

1) When is the “time of favor” and “the day of salvation” that Isaiah talks about in v.8. See 2 Cor. 6:1-2 (and consider reading 2 Cor. 5 for context).

2) Does Jesus have a bride? See Isaiah 49:18 and compare to Revelation 19:6-9.

3) Is the Servant willing to get blood on His hands and clothes to save His people? See Is 49:26; 53:3-10; 63:1-6.