Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste.
Therefore, this is what the Lord God says: Look, I am placing in Zion a foundation stone—a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, a secure foundation. Anyone who believes will not panic or rush around in fear.
God is promising to provide a solid, reliable foundation (ultimately referring to the Messiah) that will give believers stability and peace instead of anxiety.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah spoke this prophecy during a time when the kingdom of Judah was facing threats from Assyria and making foolish political alliances instead of trusting God. The people were panicking and rushing to make deals with foreign powers for protection. Isaiah was calling them back to trust in God's promised foundation.
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