For he said, Surely they are my people, children that will not lie: so he was their Saviour.
For he said, 'Surely these are my people, children who will not deceive me': so he became their Savior.
God is saying that he chose to be Israel's Savior because he believed they were his faithful people who would be honest with him.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Isaiah, written during the 8th century BC, the prophet addresses the nation of Israel amid threats of judgment and exile, recalling God's covenant with them. God affirms that He viewed the Israelites as His chosen people who would remain faithful and not deceive Him, which motivated Him to act as their Savior in times of need. This verse fits into a broader narrative of God's historical deliverance, such as the Exodus, while highlighting the tension of Israel's frequent unfaithfulness.
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