Isaiah 66:4

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَأنَا أيْضًا سَأُعَامِلُهُمْ بِقَسوَةٍ، وَسَأجْلِبُ عَلَيْهِمْ مَا يَخَافُونَهُ. لِأنِّي دَعَوتُ، وَلَمْ يُجِبْ أحَدٌ، تَكَلَّمْتُ، وَلَمْ يَسْتَمِعُوا، بَلْ صَنَعُوا الشَّرَّ أمَامِي، وَاختَارُوا مَا لَا يَسُرُّنِي.»

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Isaiah, God speaks and expresses His disappointment with people who ignored Him and chose their own delusions and fears instead of listening to Him. God decides to bring upon them the consequences of their choices.

Explained for Children

Imagine you invite your friend to play but they ignore you and play with toys they made up. This verse is like God saying, 'Since you chose to play with your own make-believe games instead of playing with me, I'll let you deal with the problems that come from those games.'

Historical Background

Isaiah, a prophet, wrote this verse around 700 BCE to the people of Israel. He spoke to them during a time of societal decline, reminding them of God's calls and their lack of response.

Living It Out Today

A modern scenario could be a person who ignores their health warnings and continues harmful habits, only to face serious health issues later, similar to how God describes bringing upon people the consequences of their choices.

Topics

• judgment
• disobedience
• consequences
• warning
• divine disappointment
• spiritual blindness

Related Verses

• Jeremiah 13:25
• Ezekiel 20:39
• Matthew 23:37
• Romans 1:24
• 1 Peter 2:8

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Isaiah 66:4?

God is speaking, expressing His disappointment with those who ignore Him.

What are the 'delusions' and 'fears' mentioned in the verse?

These refer to the false beliefs and anxieties that people create when they reject God's truth and guidance.

How does this verse apply to modern believers?

It reminds us that ignoring God's calls and choosing our own paths can lead to consequences, urging us to heed His guidance.

What are the cross-references that relate to Isaiah 66:4?

Verses like Jeremiah 13:25, Ezekiel 20:39, and Matthew 23:37 offer similar themes of judgment and consequences for disobedience.