Saul Weinreb - Let the Prophets Speak

Isaiah 1b Why doesn't God listen to our prayer?

The people have turned to God in prayer, they have been scrupulously keeping the commandments, but still they suffer! What could they be doing wrong? Isaiah tells the people how they are missing the main point. God doesn't want prayer and worship if we are unjust, unkind, and lack compassion.

Isaiah 1a - Why do we suffer so?

The land is ravaged by the invading Assyrian Army, and the refugees huddle behind the walls of Jerusalem for safety. They turn to God and His temple in prayer, but the war continues to rage. Isaiah rebukes the people for they have turned their backs on God.

Introduction to Isaiah

An introduction to the book of Isaiah