40 Minutes In The Old Testament Isaiah 39:1-40:9 (Episode 479)
Sep 23, 2025
Hezekiah shows his naivety as he foolishly reveals treasures to Babylonian envoys, prompting a stern prophetic rebuke from Isaiah. The discussion explores the dire consequences of this act. Shifting gears, the hosts delve into the poetry of Isaiah 40, emphasizing the comfort promised to Israel. They connect themes of repentance and mercy, highlighting a call to prepare the way for the Lord, linking it to John the Baptist. The episode beautifully illustrates the enduring power of God's word amidst human transience.
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Hezekiah's Grand Tour
- Hezekiah recovered from a serious illness and then showed Babylonian envoys everything in his palace.
- Chad Bird and Daniel Emery Price recount this as a politically naive 'grand tour' that exposed Judah's wealth.
Prophecy As Consequence
- Isaiah warns that all Hezekiah showed would be carried to Babylon and sons taken as eunuchs.
- Daniel and Chad highlight the prophecy as a consequence of trusting political alliances over God.
Short-Term Thinking Of A Good King
- Hezekiah's final response, "In my days there will be peace," reveals selfish short-term thinking.
- The hosts call this one of the Bible's most disappointing and naive reactions by a good king.
