Isaiah 46:11

Isaiah 46:11 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

I summon a bird of prey from the east, a man for My purpose from a far-off land. Truly I have spoken, and truly I will bring it to pass. I have planned it, and I will surely do it.

King James Version KJV

Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it.

American Standard Version ASV

calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man of my counsel from a far country; yea, I have spoken, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed, I will also do it.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Sending for a bird of strong flight from the east, the man of my purpose from a far country; I have said it, and I will give effect to it; the thing designed by me will certainly be done.

Free Bible Version FBV

I'm calling a bird of prey from the east, a man from a distant country who will carry out my plan. I have spoken, and I will make sure it happens. I have made my plan, and I will carry it out.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

I call a birde from the East, and the man of my counsell from farre: as I haue spoken, so will I bring it to passe: I haue purposed it, and I will doe it.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

Calling from the east a ravenous bird, From a far land the man of My counsel, Yea, I have spoken, yea, I bring it in, I have formed [it], yea, I do it.

World English Bible WEB

I call a ravenous bird from the east, the man of my counsel from a far country. Yes, I have spoken. I will also bring it to pass. I have planned. I will also do it.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yes, I have spoken it , I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it , I will also perform it.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

Who call a bird from the east, and from a far country the man of my own will, and I have spoken, and will bring it to pass: I have created, and I will do it. Hear me, O ye hardhearted, who are far from justice.

Translation for Translators T4T

So I will summon someone to come from the east like a swift and powerful eagle; he will come from a distant country. He will accomplish what I want him to. He is the one who will do what I have said that I want him to do, what I have planned.

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Isaiah 46:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB קֹרֵ֤א מִ/מִּזְרָח֙ עַ֔יִט מֵ/אֶ֥רֶץ מֶרְחָ֖ק אִ֣ישׁ עצת/ו עֲצָתִ֑/י אַף דִּבַּ֨רְתִּי֙ אַף אֲבִיאֶ֔/נָּה יָצַ֖רְתִּי אַף אֶעֱשֶֽׂ/נָּה

קֹרֵ֤א qârâʼ H7121 to call V-Qal

מִ/מִּזְרָח֙ mizrâch H4217 east Prep | N-ms

עַ֔יִט ʻayiṭ H5861 bird of prey N-ms

מֵ/אֶ֥רֶץ ʼerets H776 land Prep | N-cs

מֶרְחָ֖ק merchâq H4801 distance N-ms

אִ֣ישׁ ʼîysh H376 man N-ms

עצת/ו ʻêtsâh H6098 counsel N-fs | Suff

עֲצָתִ֑/י ʻêtsâh H6098 counsel N-fs | Suff

אַף ʼaph H637 also DirObjM

דִּבַּ֨רְתִּי֙ dâbar H1696 to speak V-Piel-Perf-1cs

אַף ʼaph H637 also DirObjM

אֲבִיאֶ֔/נָּה bôwʼ H935 Lebo V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff

יָצַ֖רְתִּי yâtsar H3335 to form V-Qal-Perf-1cs

אַף ʼaph H637 also DirObjM

אֶעֱשֶֽׂ/נָּה ʻâsâh H6213 to make V-Qal-Imperf-1cs | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 46:11

קֹרֵ֤א qârâʼ H7121 "to call" V-Qal

This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.

Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen

Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.

מִ/מִּזְרָח֙ mizrâch H4217 "east" Prep | N-ms

This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.

Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward

Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.

עַ֔יִט ʻayiṭ H5861 "bird of prey" N-ms

The Hebrew word for a bird of prey, like a hawk, that swoops down on its victims. It appears in the Bible as a symbol of power and swiftness. In the KJV, it is translated as bird or fowl.

Definition: bird of prey, a swooper

Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: bird, fowl, ravenous (bird). See also: Genesis 15:11; Isaiah 46:11; Isaiah 18:6.

מֵ/אֶ֥רֶץ ʼerets H776 "land" Prep | N-cs

The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.

Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan

Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.

מֶרְחָ֖ק merchâq H4801 "distance" N-ms

Merchaq means a distant place or far country, often used to describe a location that is far away. It can also imply a sense of remoteness or separation. This word is used in the Bible to describe geographical distance.

Definition: distant place, distance, far country

Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: (a-, dwell in, very) far (country, off). See also H1023 (בֵּית הַמֶּרְחָק). See also: Psalms 138:6; Isaiah 33:17; Proverbs 25:25.

אִ֣ישׁ ʼîysh H376 "man" N-ms

The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.

Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)

Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.

עצת/ו ʻêtsâh H6098 "counsel" N-fs | Suff

This Hebrew word means counsel or advice, implying a plan or purpose. It is used in the Bible when describing wise decision-making.

Definition: counsel, advice, purpose

Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: advice, advisement, counsel(l-(or)), purpose. See also: Deuteronomy 32:28; Psalms 107:11; Psalms 1:1.

עֲצָתִ֑/י ʻêtsâh H6098 "counsel" N-fs | Suff

This Hebrew word means counsel or advice, implying a plan or purpose. It is used in the Bible when describing wise decision-making.

Definition: counsel, advice, purpose

Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: advice, advisement, counsel(l-(or)), purpose. See also: Deuteronomy 32:28; Psalms 107:11; Psalms 1:1.

אַף ʼaph H637 "also" DirObjM

The Hebrew word for 'also' or 'addition', used to connect ideas or show a relationship between them, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean 'though' or 'yet', indicating a contrast. This word is often used to add emphasis or provide more information.

Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)

Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:1; Psalms 16:6; Psalms 16:7.

דִּבַּ֨רְתִּי֙ dâbar H1696 "to speak" V-Piel-Perf-1cs

To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.

Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight

Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.

אַף ʼaph H637 "also" DirObjM

Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)

אֲבִיאֶ֔/נָּה bôwʼ H935 "Lebo" V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs | Suff

This verb means to go or come, and is used in many contexts, such as entering a place or approaching someone, as seen in the book of Genesis. It can also mean to abide or apply, and is translated in various ways in the KJV Bible. This term is related to the name Lebo Hamath.

Definition: A shortened name of Lebo Hamath complined withcha.mat (חֲמָת "Hamath" H2574) This name means to go in, enter

Usage: Occurs in 2307 OT verses. KJV: abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. See also: Genesis 2:19; Genesis 32:7; Exodus 1:19.

יָצַ֖רְתִּי yâtsar H3335 "to form" V-Qal-Perf-1cs

This Hebrew word means to form or shape something, like a potter molding clay. It appears in Genesis 2:7, describing God's creation of humans, and in Isaiah 64:8, where God is compared to a potter.

Definition: : formed 1) to form, fashion, frame 1a) (Qal) to form, fashion 1a1) of human activity 1a2) of divine activity 1a2a) of creation 1a2a1) of original creation 1a2a2) of individuals at conception 1a2a3) of Israel as a people 1a2b) to frame, pre-ordain, plan (fig. of divine) purpose of a situation) 1b) (Niphal) to be formed, be created 1c) (Pual) to be predetermined, be pre-ordained 1d) (Hophal) to be formed

Usage: Occurs in 56 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] earthen, fashion, form, frame, make(-r), potter, purpose. See also: Genesis 2:7; Isaiah 44:12; Psalms 2:9.

אַף ʼaph H637 "also" DirObjM

Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)

אֶעֱשֶֽׂ/נָּה ʻâsâh H6213 "to make" V-Qal-Imperf-1cs | Suff

This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.

Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made

Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.

Study Notes — Isaiah 46:11

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Isaiah 46:11 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 46:11
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 46:11
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 46:11
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 46:11
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11
Sermons on Isaiah 46:11

Context — Babylon’s Idols

9Remember what happened long ago, for I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me. 10I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’

11I summon a bird of prey from the east, a man for My purpose from a far-off land. Truly I have spoken, and truly I will bring it to pass. I have planned it, and I will surely do it.

12Listen to Me, you stubborn people, far removed from righteousness: 13I am bringing My righteousness near; it is not far away, and My salvation will not be delayed. I will grant salvation to Zion and adorn Israel with My splendor.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	Numbers 23:19	God is not a man, that He should lie, or a son of man, that He should change His mind. Does He speak and not act? Does He promise and not fulfill?
2	Isaiah 14:24–27	The LORD of Hosts has sworn: “Surely, as I have planned, so will it be; as I have purposed, so will it stand. I will break Assyria in My land; I will trample him on My mountain. His yoke will be taken off My people, and his burden removed from their shoulders.” This is the plan devised for the whole earth, and this is the hand stretched out over all the nations. The LORD of Hosts has purposed, and who can thwart Him? His hand is outstretched, so who can turn it back?
3	Job 23:13	But He is unchangeable, and who can oppose Him? He does what He desires.
4	Isaiah 41:2	Who has aroused one from the east and called him to his feet in righteousness ? He hands nations over to him and subdues kings before him. He turns them to dust with his sword, to windblown chaff with his bow.
5	Acts 5:39	But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop them. You may even find yourselves fighting against God.”
6	Ephesians 1:11	In Him we were also chosen as God’s own, having been predestined according to the plan of Him who works out everything by the counsel of His will,
7	Isaiah 38:15	What can I say? He has spoken to me, and He Himself has done this. I will walk slowly all my years because of the anguish of my soul.
8	Ezra 1:2	“This is what Cyrus king of Persia says: ‘The LORD, the God of heaven, who has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, has appointed me to build a house for Him at Jerusalem in Judah.
9	Isaiah 48:14–15	Come together, all of you, and listen: Which of the idols has foretold these things? The LORD’s chosen ally will carry out His desire against Babylon, and His arm will be against the Chaldeans. I, even I, have spoken; yes, I have called him. I have brought him, and he will succeed in his mission.
10	Psalms 119:24	Your testimonies are indeed my delight; they are my counselors.

Isaiah 46:11 Summary

[Isaiah 46:11 means that God is in control of everything and has a plan to fulfill His purposes, just like He said in Jeremiah 29:11, where He plans to prosper us and not harm us. He will use anyone or anything He chooses to accomplish His will, and we can trust in His faithfulness because He has spoken and will bring it to pass. This gives us confidence in His sovereignty and plan, as seen in Psalm 33:11, where God's plans stand firm forever.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 'bird of prey from the east' represent in Isaiah 46:11?

The 'bird of prey from the east' is likely a reference to a powerful leader or nation that God will use to accomplish His purposes, as seen in other scriptures like Ezekiel 38:15, where God uses nations to fulfill His plans.

How can we be sure that God's plans will come to pass?

According to Isaiah 46:11, God has spoken and will bring His plans to pass because He has planned it and will surely do it, which is reinforced in Isaiah 55:11, where God's word will not return empty but will accomplish what He desires.

What is the significance of God saying 'I have planned it, and I will surely do it'?

This statement emphasizes God's sovereignty and faithfulness, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where God plans to prosper and not harm us, demonstrating His good intentions and commitment to fulfilling His promises.

How does this verse relate to God's overall plan of salvation?

Isaiah 46:11 is part of a larger context where God is declaring His power and control over history, and His plan to bring salvation, as mentioned in Isaiah 46:13, where God will grant salvation to Zion and adorn Israel with His splendor, which is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, as seen in Romans 11:26.

Reflection Questions

What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty and plan, just like the nation of Israel had to trust in God's plan in Isaiah 46:11?
How can I align my purposes with God's purposes, as mentioned in Isaiah 46:11, where God summons a man for His purpose from a far-off land?
What are some ways that God has spoken and brought His plans to pass in my life, and how can I have confidence in His faithfulness?
In what ways can I be a part of God's plan to bring salvation and righteousness to those around me, as mentioned in Isaiah 46:12-13?

Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 46:11

Calling a ravenous bird from the east,.... Or "a flying fowl", or "swift winged bird" (u); for the word used does not so much denote rapaciousness as swiftness; which well agrees with Cyrus, who is

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 46:11

Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken it, I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed it, I will also do it.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11

Calling a ravenous bird; Cyrus, called a bird for his swiftness and great expedition, and ravenous for his fierceness and victoriousness over his enemies. From the east; from Persia, as . That executeth my counsel, concerning the deliverance of my people, and the destruction of their cruel oppressors, the Babylonians. From a far country; from Persia, which was far from Babylon, but much farther from Judea.

Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11

Isaiah 46:11 Calling a ravenous bird from the east, the man that executeth my counsel from a far country: yea, I have spoken [it], I will also bring it to pass; I have purposed [it], I will also do it.Ver. 11. Calling a ravenous bird,] i.e., Cyrus, who was ‘ hawk-nosed,’ and came swiftly to seize upon Babylon like a falcon, or some such ravenous bird. So Nebuchadnezzar is called an "eagle"; Xenophone testifieth that Cyrus had in his standard a golden spread eagle, as had after him the Persian kings, and likewise the Romans. See Matthew 24:28. Cyropaed., lib. vii.

Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11

(11) Calling a ravenous bird.—Cyrus is thus described as Nebuchadnezzar is in Jeremiah 49:22; Ezekiel 17:3. The image derives a special significance from the fact that the standard borne by Cyrus and his successors was a golden eagle (Xen., Cyrop. vii. 1. 4; Anab. i. 10, 12). (Comp. also Matthew 24:28; Luke 17:37.) The “sun-rising” is, of course, Persia; the “far country” probably represents Media. I have spoken.—The word of Jehovah passes, unlike that of the false gods, into a certain and immediate act.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11

Verse 11. Calling a ravenous bird from the east - "Calling from the east the eagle"] A very proper emblem for Cyrus, as in other respects, so particularly because the ensign of Cyrus was a golden eagle, ΑΕΤΟΣχρυσους, the very word עיט ayit, which the prophet uses here, expressed as near as may be in Greek letters. XENOPH. Cyrop. lib. vii. sub. init. Kimchi says his father understood this, not of Cyrus, but of the Messiah. From a far country - "From a land far distant"] Two MSS. add the conjunction ו vau, ומארץ umeerets; and so the Septuagint, Syriac, and Vulgate.

Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 46:11

11. The supreme illustration of the foreknowledge and power of Jehovah is the raising up of Cyrus. Cyrus is compared to a ravenous bird on account of the celerity of his movements (ch. Isaiah 41:3), just as Nebuchadnezzar had been likened to an eagle (Jeremiah 49:22; Ezekiel 17:3). There can hardly be an allusion to the fact (if it be a fact) that the royal ensign of Persia was a golden eagle (Xenophon, Cyrop. vii. 1, 4). from the east] Isaiah 41:2; Isaiah 41:25. the man that executeth my counsel] Lit. as R.V. the man of my counsel (the consonantal text has “his counsel”). Not of course “my counsellor” (as in Isaiah 40:13), but in the sense expressed by the A.V. I have purposed] Lit. I have formed, i.e. “foreordained,” as in ch. Isaiah 22:11, Isaiah 37:26.

Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 46:11

Calling a ravenous bird from the east - There can be no doubt that Cyrus is intended here (see the notes at Isaiah 41:2, Isaiah 41:25). The east here means Persia.

Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 46:11

11. Calling… from the east — Literally, from the sun rising. A ravenous bird — Cyrus was rapid in movement and execution; quick, keen sighted, strong.

Sermons on Isaiah 46:11

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	(Through the Bible) Numbers 21-28 by Chuck Smith	In this sermon, the speaker uses a football game as an analogy to explain how God sees our lives. He emphasizes that God's purposes remain steadfast and sure, even though it may ap
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	Jude: Last Days - Balaam 2 by Martin Geehan	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for the love of Christ to be present in the world. He believes that until people have Christ's love in their hearts towards one ano
	The Sure Word of God - Part 1 by Chuck Smith	This sermon emphasizes the faithfulness of God's Word, highlighting the certainty that what God has spoken, He will bring to pass without fail. It delves into the importance of cho
	Freeing Failure by Paul De Jong	In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the unchanging nature of God and how He is always able to do things perfectly. However, the speaker emphasizes that it is us who ch