What is the meaning of Isaiah 12:4? On that day you will say Isaiah looks ahead to a specific moment when God’s people, freshly delivered, break into unified praise. “That day” follows the reign of the promised Branch (Isaiah 11:1-10) and the regathering of Israel (Isaiah 11:11-12). For believers today, the verse previews the final victory we will celebrate when Christ rules openly (Revelation 7:9-10). • Hope is anchored in a fixed future event, not wishful thinking (Zephaniah 3:16-17). • God’s past faithfulness guarantees the certainty of that day (Psalm 111:2-4). Give praise to the LORD “Praise” here is more than a polite thank-you; it is exuberant, public adoration. • Scripture calls praise “fitting” for the upright (Psalm 33:1). • When God acts, His people respond; see Miriam’s song after the Red Sea (Exodus 15:1-2). • Personal application: cultivating gratitude now prepares us for that coming chorus (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). Proclaim His name To “proclaim” is to announce loudly and clearly who God is. His “name” embodies His character and reputation (Exodus 34:5-7). • The Great Commission continues this command (Matthew 28:19-20). • Paul reasons that people cannot call on One of whom they have not heard (Romans 10:13-15). • Everyday moments—social media posts, workplace conversations—become platforms to proclaim. Make His works known among the peoples Isaiah widens the lens from Israel to the nations. God’s mighty acts are meant for global broadcast. • Psalm 105:1-2 pairs thanksgiving with storytelling. • Acts 1:8 shows the Spirit empowering witness “to the ends of the earth.” • Revelation 15:3-4 pictures nations singing of the Lord’s righteous acts—our present telling fuels that future song. Declare that His name is exalted The climax is open confession of God’s supreme greatness. What is already true in heaven must be voiced on earth. • “Let them praise the name of the LORD, for His name alone is exalted” (Psalm 148:13). • God has given Jesus “the name above every name” (Philippians 2:9-11). • Exalting His name dethrones self and idols, aligning our hearts with reality (Isaiah 2:11; 1 Chronicles 29:11-13). Summary Isaiah 12:4 invites redeemed people to look forward, look upward, and look outward. On the promised day of full salvation, we will: • Overflow with praise to the LORD, • Proclaim His matchless name, • Spread news of His mighty works to every nation, • And celebrate the unrivaled exaltation of His name. Living in light of that future chorus shapes our worship, witness, and worldview today. |
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