Behold, the Lord GOD will come with strong hand, and his arm shall rule for him: behold, his reward is with him, and his work before him.
Look! The Lord God will come with mighty power, and his strong arm will rule for him. Look! He brings his reward with him, and his payment goes before him.
God is promising to come with great power and authority, bringing both rewards for the faithful and consequences for actions.
📚 Historical Context
Isaiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 8th century BC, speaking to a people facing judgment and exile due to their unfaithfulness to God. In Isaiah 40, the message shifts to comfort and hope, assuring the Israelites in Babylonian captivity of God's powerful return to deliver and restore them. This verse specifically portrays God's mighty coming as a ruler who brings rewards and accomplishes His purposes.
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