Isaiah 48:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I, even I, have spoken; yea, I have called him: I have brought him, and he shall make his way prosperous.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I myself have spoken; yes, I have called him. I have brought him forward, and he will succeed in his mission.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is declaring that He has personally chosen and called someone to carry out His plans, and He will make sure that person succeeds.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah was a prophet in ancient Judah during the 8th century BC, delivering messages from God about judgment on Israel for their unfaithfulness and idolatry. In Isaiah 48, God affirms His authority over history, specifically declaring that He has called Cyrus, the Persian king, to conquer Babylon and facilitate the return of the exiled Jews. This verse highlights God's sovereign plan to use even pagan rulers for His purposes, as seen in the eventual historical fulfillment through Cyrus's edict around 539 BC.

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