Isaiah 28:11

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

إِنَّهُ بِشَفَةٍ لَكْنَاءَ وَبِلِسَانٍ آخَرَ يُكَلِّمُ هَذَا ٱلشَّعْبَ،

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Isaiah says that God will speak to the people in a way they might not understand, using foreign tongues and unclear speech. Isaiah is the speaker, warning the people of a coming judgment. The key message is that God will communicate in ways that challenge and test the people's faith.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your friend started talking to you in a language you didn't know, or if they spoke so strangely that you couldn't understand them. That's like what God is saying here. He's going to talk to the people in a way that's hard for them to understand, like a test to see how well they listen.

Historical Background

Isaiah wrote this verse around 700 BC during the time of the Assyrian threat to Judah. He was speaking to the Israelites, warning them that their lack of understanding and disobedience would lead to God using foreign languages and unclear speech to communicate with them.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you are in a new job where everyone speaks a different language. You feel lost and confused. This verse reminds us that sometimes God uses unfamiliar circumstances to test our faith and teach us to trust him more.

Topics

• judgment
• communication
• faith
• testing
• foreign languages
• prophecy

Related Verses

• Deuteronomy 28:49
• Isaiah 28:13
• Ezekiel 3:5
• Acts 2:4
• 1 Corinthians 14:21

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does God use foreign languages in Isaiah 28:11?

God uses foreign languages to test the people's faith and to show that they need to rely on Him rather than their own understanding.

What does 'stammering lips' mean in Isaiah 28:11?

'Stammering lips' suggests that the message will be delivered in a way that is difficult to understand, emphasizing the challenge to the audience's faith.

How can we understand Isaiah 28:11 in today's context?

In today's context, Isaiah 28:11 can remind us that sometimes God speaks to us through difficult experiences or unfamiliar situations, challenging our faith and dependence on Him.

What can we learn from the message of Isaiah 28:11?

The message of Isaiah 28:11 teaches us to trust God even when His communication seems unclear or challenging, and to seek His guidance rather than relying solely on our own understanding.