◄ Isaiah 57:19 ►
bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near," says the LORD, "and I will heal them." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Isaiah 57:19? 2. How does Isaiah 57:19 encourage us to promote peace in our relationships? 3. What does "creating praise on their lips" mean for our daily worship? 4. How can Isaiah 57:19 inspire us to share God's peace with others? 5. Connect Isaiah 57:19 with Jesus' teachings on peace in the New Testament. 6. How can we apply "peace, peace to those far and near" today? 7. What does Isaiah 57:19 mean by "Peace, peace, to those far and near"? 8. How does Isaiah 57:19 relate to God's promise of peace? 9. What historical context surrounds Isaiah 57:19? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Isaiah 57? 11. Should we pray for peace in Jerusalem? 12. What does 'No Peace for the Wicked' mean? 13. Psalm 112:3 declares that the righteous will enjoy wealth and riches; how does this reconcile with devout individuals who remain poor and persecuted throughout history? 14. What does 'Without holiness no one will see the Lord' mean? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding God as the source of peace influence your daily life and interactions with others? 2. In what ways can you actively seek and promote peace in your community, reflecting the inclusivity of God's promise? 3. How does the promise of healing in Isaiah 57:19 encourage you in areas of your life where you need restoration? 4. What role does praise play in your spiritual life, and how can it help you maintain a focus on God's peace and healing? 5. How can the peace described in Isaiah 57:19 be connected to the peace offered by Jesus in the New Testament, and how does this impact your faith journey? Isaiah 57 Bible Study Questions 1. What is the significance of the death of the righteous as mentioned in verses 1-2? 2. How does Isaiah’s description of idolatry in verses 3-13 reflect the spiritual state of Israel? How can you relate this to today's context? 3. How does the Bible define the "righteous"? How can this understanding impact your daily life? 4. What do verses 14-15 say about God's character, especially regarding His relationships with humans? 5. How do verses 16-21 highlight God's gracious nature even towards the unfaithful? 6. How can we apply the teachings of humility and contrition found in this chapter to our present day living? 7. What are some modern forms of idolatry? How can we guard ourselves against them? 8. How does the promise of God's healing and comfort encourage you in your current circumstances? 9. Why is there "no peace for the wicked" as stated in verse 21? 10. What are the ways in which you can "prepare the way" (verse 14) for God in your life? 11. In what ways can we revive a humble spirit and contrite heart in our daily lives? 12. How does the theme of judgement in this chapter inform your understanding of God’s justice? 13. How does the theme of God's grace and mercy resonate with your personal experiences? 14. What steps can you take to ensure you are living a righteous life, in light of the teachings in this chapter? 15. How does the chapter influence your perspective on repentance and its importance in spiritual growth? 16. How can we better trust God in light of His promise to lead and comfort us, despite our failings? 17. How can this chapter’s message on God's readiness to forgive influence your interactions with others? 18. How does the dichotomy of the destinies of the wicked and the righteous in this chapter impact your understanding of life and afterlife? 19. Reflect on the present-day spiritual practices that might mirror the idolatry condemned in this chapter. How can you address them? 20. Based on this chapter, how would you describe the relationship God desires to have with us? Links Isaiah 57:19 NIV Isaiah 57:19 NLT Isaiah 57:19 ESV Isaiah 57:19 NASB Isaiah 57:19 KJV Isaiah 57:19 Commentaries Bible Hub