Isaiah 63:8

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

قَالَ: «إنَّمَا هُمْ شَعْبِي، وَأوْلَادِي الَّذِينَ لَنْ يَخُونُونِي.» وَلِذَلِكَ صَارَ مُخَلِّصَهُمْ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is about God's promise to save his people because he sees them as truthful and loyal. God is speaking, and he is saying that he will be the Savior of his people because they are honest with him.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a best friend who always tells the truth. You trust them completely. In this verse, God is saying that he trusts his people because they are truthful, and because of that, he will always be there to help them.

Historical Background

Isaiah 63:8 was written by the prophet Isaiah during the Babylonian exile, around 700 BCE. The text was addressed to the Israelites, reminding them of God's faithfulness and his role as their Savior despite their past transgressions.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you have a friend who always lies but decides to be honest with you. You might feel like you can trust them more now. Similarly, this verse encourages us to be truthful with God, which strengthens our relationship and assures us of his protection.

Topics

faithfulnesstrustsalvationloyaltytruthpromise

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Isaiah 63:8?

In this verse, God is speaking about his relationship with his people, emphasizing his role as their Savior.

What does it mean to be 'children that will not lie'?

This phrase means being truthful and loyal to God, which is a key aspect of maintaining a relationship with Him.

How does this verse relate to salvation?

The verse describes God as a Savior because he trusts his people to be truthful, highlighting the importance of honesty in receiving salvation.

What can we learn about God from this verse?

This verse teaches us about God's faithfulness and his commitment to saving his people, especially when they are honest and loyal.

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