What is the meaning of Isaiah 62:7? nor give Him any rest • The command is active: God’s people are urged to keep calling on Him without pause, much like the persistent widow in Luke 18:1–7 who “kept coming” until justice was done. • It presumes that the Lord welcomes faithful, fervent intercession (James 5:16; 1 Timothy 2:1–3). • By “not resting,” intercessors align with the heart of God, echoing Isaiah 62:6 where watchmen are stationed “all day and all night.” • Continuous prayer guards against spiritual lethargy (Ephesians 6:18) and reminds us that real change happens only by divine action, not human effort alone. until He establishes Jerusalem • The goal of the unceasing prayer is specific: God Himself will firmly set Jerusalem in its rightful place. • “Establishes” recalls promises such as Psalm 102:16, “For the LORD will rebuild Zion; He will appear in His glory,” underscoring God’s covenant faithfulness. • This points forward to both the historical return from exile (Ezra 1:1–4) and the ultimate fulfillment when the Messiah reigns from Zion (Isaiah 2:2–4; Zechariah 14:9). • The verse assures believers today that the Lord’s redemptive plan for His people and His city is unstoppable, giving confidence to pray boldly (Hebrews 4:16). and makes her the praise of the earth • God’s purpose extends beyond mere restoration; He intends Jerusalem to radiate His glory so all nations take notice (Isaiah 60:1–3, 11–14). • When the city reflects God’s righteousness and peace, it becomes a living testimony, fulfilling Genesis 12:3 that through Abraham’s line “all the families of the earth will be blessed.” • Revelation 21:2 sees the vision consummated: “I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.” • Until that day, believers join the psalmist in Psalm 122:6, praying for the peace of Jerusalem, confident that global praise will climax in Christ’s return. summary Isaiah 62:7 calls God’s people to persistent, tireless intercession. We keep praying because God invites it, promises to establish Jerusalem, and will ultimately make her a worldwide beacon of His glory. Our perseverance in prayer stands on the certainty that His Word is true, His plan is unfolding, and His glory will fill the earth. |
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