Isaiah - Barrenness and Fruitfulness
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Isaiah - Barrenness and Fruitfulness
IsaiahSteve Gregg
Isaiah's motif of barrenness and fruitfulness speaks of Israel's struggle with righteousness and faith. In comparing men to trees and vines, the prophet emphasizes the importance of producing fruit of value, rather than simply existing. The speaker, Steve Gregg, highlights Isaiah's warnings about false prophets and unfruitful behavior, and the importance of repentance and righteousness in producing the fruit of the Kingdom of God.
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Isaiah, one of the most discussed books in the Old Testament, contains four passages commonly referred to as the "servant songs." These songs, includi
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