A Light for the Gentiles

Isaiah 49:1-7

Key Verse 49:6

Read the entire passage. Who does “I” or “me” refer to? What does this passage indicate about the Lord’s concern for [the people living in the remote] islands and distant nations?

Read verses 1-3. When did the Lord call his servant? How did the LORD equip his servant? Why did the LORD call his servant?

Read verses 4-7. Compare: a) what the servant said about his service (4a) and his reward (4b); with b) what the Lord says about his service and his reward (5-7).

Read verse 6b again and think about the statements reading: a) I will also make you a light for the Gentiles; and b) that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth. How are the two statements related?