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Isaiah 56:7
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Salvation for Foreigners
6And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants— all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— 7I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Shall be accepted - A word is here lost out of the text: it is supplied from the Septuagint, יהיו yihyu, εσονται, "they shall be." - Houbigant.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Even them-- (Eph 2:11-13). to my holy mountain--Jerusalem, the seat of the Lord's throne in His coming kingdom (Isa 2:2; Jer 3:17). joyful-- (Rom 5:11). burnt offerings . . . sacrifices--spiritual, of which the literal were types (Rom 12:1; Heb 13:15; Pe1 2:5). accepted-- (Eph 1:6). altar-- (Heb 13:10), spiritually, the Cross of Christ, which sanctifies our sacrifices of prayer and praise. house . . . for all people--or rather, "peoples." No longer restricted to one favored people (Mal 1:11; Joh 4:21, Joh 4:23; Ti1 2:8). To be fully realized at the second coming (Isa 2:2-4). No longer literal, but spiritual sacrifice, namely, "prayer" shall be offered (Psa 141:2; Psa 51:17; Mal 1:11; Mat 21:13).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Even them will I bring to my holy mountain,.... The church, called a "mountain" for its height, visibility, and immovableness; see Isa 2:2, especially for the latter; the true members of it being such who are interested in the unchangeable love of God, in the immovable grace of election, in the unalterable covenant of grace, are on the Rock Christ Jesus, and are secured by the favour and power of God; and it is called a "Holy One", because in it holy men are, holy doctrines are preached, holy services performed, and the holy God, Father, Son, and Spirit, grant their presence: and hither the Lord "brings" his people; he shows them the way thither; he inclines their minds, and moves their wills, to come hither; he removes the objections that are in their way; he constrains them by his love; and he does it in a very distinguishing way, takes one of a city, and two of a family, and brings them hither; and he who says this is able to do it; and, when he has brought them there, will do for them as follows: and make them joyful in my house of prayer; or "in the house of my prayer" (p); not made by him, as say the Jews (q); but where prayer is made unto him, and is acceptable with him; every man's closet should be a place of private prayer; and every good man's house a place of family prayer; but a church of God is a house where saints meet together, and jointly pray to the Lord: and here he makes them joyful; by hearing and answering their prayers; by granting his gracious presence; by discovering his love, and shedding it abroad in their hearts; by feeding them with his word and ordinances; by giving them views of Christ, his love and loveliness, fulness, grace, and righteousness: by favouring them with the consolations of his Spirit, and his gracious influences; and by showing them their interest in the blessings of grace and glory: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar: which is Christ, who is not only the priest that offers up all the sacrifices of his people, but is also the altar on which they are offered up, Heb 13:10, and is the only One, and the most Holy One, which is greater than the gift, and sanctifies every gift that is upon it, and makes both the persons and the offerings of the Lord's people acceptable unto God; for by these offerings and sacrifices are not meant legal but spiritual ones; good deeds, acts of beneficence, rightly performed, with which sacrifices God is well pleased; sacrifices of prayer and praise; and even the persons of saints themselves, their bodies and their souls, when presented, a holy, living, and acceptable sacrifice unto God, Heb 13:15, the prophet here speaks in figures, agreeably to his own time, as Calvin observes, when speaking of Gospel times; so he makes mention of the sabbath before, instead of the Lord's day, or any time of worship under the Gospel dispensation: for mine house shall be called a house of prayer for all people; Gentiles as well as Jews; the sons of the strangers, as others, are all welcome to the church of God, to come and worship, and pray to the Lord there, and that is in any place where the saints meet together; for holy hands may be lifted up everywhere, without wrath or doubting, Ti1 2:8. The Jews apply this verse to the time when the son of David, the Messiah, shall come (r). (p) "in domo orationis meae", V. L. Vatablus, Pagninus, Montanus, Vitringa. (q) T. Bab. Beracot, fol. 7. 1. (r) T. Bab. Megillah, fol. 18. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
56:7 burnt offerings and sacrifices: God had previously rejected sinful Israel’s expressions of piety (1:11-13) but would welcome offerings from righteous Gentiles or foreigners. Nationality is worth little without true piety. • a house of prayer for all nations: The Lord would open the doors of the Temple to all nations (see 2:2-4). Jesus rebuked the people for desecrating the Temple and for preventing it from functioning as the house of prayer (Matt 21:13; Mark 11:17).
Isaiah 56:7
Salvation for Foreigners
6And the foreigners who join themselves to the LORD to minister to Him, to love the name of the LORD, and to be His servants— all who keep the Sabbath without profaning it and who hold fast to My covenant— 7I will bring them to My holy mountain and make them joyful in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar, for My house will be called a house of prayer for all the nations.”
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Gold Tried in the Fire
By Carter Conlon3.8K1:07:00Laodicean ChurchPSA 50:15ISA 56:7JER 7:8MAT 6:33MAT 21:12REV 3:17In this sermon, the preacher expresses his deep concern and disappointment with the modern gospel being preached on television. He believes that it is a disgrace to the name of Jesus Christ and that the true gospel is hidden behind false prosperity and peace. He warns that a time will come when the rug will be pulled out from underneath this false gospel, and only that which cannot be shaken will remain. The preacher urges his audience to seek what is of eternal value and not settle for temporary satisfaction, emphasizing the importance of understanding and joining in the work of Jesus. He also cautions against following false preachers who do not address sin, holiness, the cross, and yielding to God's purposes. The sermon references Mark chapter 11, where Jesus curses a fruitless fig tree as a representation of religion. The preacher concludes by surrendering himself to be a vessel for God's message and praying for God's kingdom to come.
House of Prayer - Part 1
By Jim Cymbala3.2K05:15PSA 69:9ISA 56:7MAT 21:12MRK 11:15JHN 2:13This sermon reflects on the powerful and unusual depiction of Jesus cleansing the temple, showcasing a side of him that is rarely seen - filled with righteous anger and authority. It emphasizes the importance of having fresh communion with God and making a real difference in our lives through this encounter with Jesus overturning tables and driving out those who defiled the temple. The message challenges believers to consider the depth of Jesus' character and the significance of his actions in cleansing the temple.
House of Prayer - Part 2
By Jim Cymbala1.6K05:15LEV 1:2ISA 56:7MAT 21:12This sermon focuses on the story of Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting the importance of doing God's work with the right spirit and heart. It emphasizes the need to align our actions with God's intentions, avoiding greed and secular influences in sacred places, and serving with a genuine love for God and others. The message challenges individuals involved in ministry to reflect on their motives and approach their work with a spirit of humility and devotion.
The Law of Separation
By Jim Cymbala1.6K34:59SeparationEZR 9:3NEH 9:2ISA 56:7JER 32:17MAT 21:132CO 6:17In this sermon, the pastor shares a personal experience of God speaking to him on a boat in Florida, promising to supply everything the church and his family would need if they led the people to pray and call on God. The pastor emphasizes the importance of maintaining a house of prayer for all nations and warns against compromising with sinful practices. He gives examples of people being trapped by various temptations and urges the congregation to say no to anything that leads them away from God's light. The pastor also references the dispersion of the Jewish people and the consequences they faced for turning away from God's directions.
Revival of Prayer
By Mark Greening1.6K36:34Revival Praying1KI 8:12ISA 56:7JER 29:13JER 33:3MAT 7:7MAT 18:19JAS 4:8In this sermon, the pastor recounts the story of a youth group revival that took place in 1904. The pastor asked the youth what God was doing in their lives, and a teenage girl named Flory Evans stood up and expressed her love for Jesus. This ignited a revival in the youth group, leading them to pray, share their love with others, and worship God. The pastor emphasizes the importance of prayer in experiencing the glory of the Lord and calls for a revival of prayer in churches today. The sermon also includes examples of how prayer has led to conversions and revivals in the past.
(Through the Bible) Luke 19
By Chuck Smith1.5K47:23PSA 118:24PSA 118:26ISA 56:7MAT 6:33MAT 21:12LUK 19:28LUK 19:47REV 5:9In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the church reigning with the Lord upon the earth. He mentions the idea of believers being entrusted with different levels of authority based on their faithfulness. The speaker also talks about Jesus' journey towards Jerusalem and how the disciples thought the kingdom of God would immediately appear. He highlights the importance of not letting material possessions become a god and emphasizes the need to serve God alone. The sermon concludes with a mention of Jesus' upcoming betrayal, arrest, and crucifixion, as well as his teachings on the signs of the end times and his return.
(Through the Bible) Isaiah 56-60
By Chuck Smith1.4K1:22:11ISA 53:3ISA 55:8ISA 56:1ISA 56:7ISA 56:9ISA 61:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes that God wants us to live a life of fairness and honesty. He urges us to do justice and keep judgment, and to refrain from cheating or taking advantage of others. The speaker highlights that if everyone treated each other fairly, the world would be a glorious place. However, the reality is that there are always people willing to exploit others. The speaker also mentions that our time on earth is short, and our actions during this time determine our eternity. The sermon references biblical passages, such as Isaiah 58:6-8, which emphasize the importance of helping the oppressed, feeding the hungry, and clothing the poor. The speaker also criticizes those who prioritize their own gain and welfare over the needs of others.
Prayer Burden for Revival
By Bill McLeod1.4K17:26Revival PrayingISA 56:7JER 33:3MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer in the church. He shares testimonies of people experiencing the power of prayer, such as a young married woman who was moved to tears by the presence of God. The preacher highlights that Jesus referred to the house of God as a house of prayer, not preaching or other activities. He criticizes the lack of emphasis on prayer in many churches and encourages believers to make prayer a priority in their personal lives and in their churches. The preacher also quotes Billy Sunday, who compared the average Christian's prayer life to a jackrabbit nibbling at a cabbage, and urges believers to pray without ceasing and give thanks in all circumstances.
Extraordinary Faith
By Jim Cymbala1.1K20:56FaithGEN 18:14ISA 53:5ISA 56:7MAT 15:21MAT 21:13MRK 2:1JHN 4:46JAS 5:14In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of vicarious praying and extraordinary faith. He uses the story of four men who bring a paralyzed man to Jesus by digging a hole in the roof to illustrate this idea. The speaker emphasizes the importance of identifying with others and feeling their struggles in order to pray effectively. He also highlights the role of faith in salvation, noting that while someone else's faith can lead others to Jesus, personal faith is necessary for salvation. The sermon concludes with the example of a royal official who asks Jesus to heal his dying son and receives a miraculous answer to his prayer.
The End-Time Worship Movement: Full-Time Singers and Musicians
By Mike Bickle271:01:24Prayer CultureEnd-Time WorshipISA 56:7LUK 18:7Mike Bickle emphasizes the emergence of the End-Time Worship Movement, calling for a generation of full-time singers and musicians dedicated to worship and prayer. He asserts that the Holy Spirit is raising up a global movement where the entire body of Christ will function as a house of prayer, essential for the church's survival and effectiveness in the last days. Bickle warns that any ministry lacking a culture of prayer will cease to exist, urging believers to develop a spirit of prayer and support the worship movement financially. He highlights the biblical precedent set by King David in establishing full-time worship and the necessity of justice through prayer in the end times. The sermon concludes with a call to action for individuals to commit to funding this movement and to embrace their roles in the coming revival.
The Supreme Value of Prayer and Worship in God's Kingdom
By Mike Bickle2645:56WorshipPrayer2CH 29:25PSA 100:4ISA 56:7MAT 7:7JHN 4:23ROM 12:11CO 13:12PHP 4:61TH 5:16REV 12:10Mike Bickle emphasizes the supreme value of prayer and worship in God's Kingdom, sharing his experiences from recent conferences in Cairo and London where he witnessed a remarkable growth in the prayer movement across the Middle East and Europe. He encourages believers to remember their calling to be part of this movement, despite challenges and mundanity, and highlights that God seeks worshipers who will agree with His heart. Bickle stresses the importance of understanding the biblical foundation for prayer and worship, asserting that it is a central theme in God's plan for humanity and a vital part of our relationship with Him.
Prayer - the Need for Prayer
By Phil Beach Jr.261:31:44The Power of PrayerPrayerOvercoming Hindrances to PrayerISA 56:7MAT 17:20MRK 11:25JHN 15:5EPH 6:18PHP 4:61TH 5:17JAS 4:3JAS 5:161PE 3:7Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical need for prayer in the life of believers, sharing his personal testimony of salvation and the transformative power of Jesus Christ. He highlights that prayer is not just a suggestion but a command from God, urging the congregation to pray without ceasing and to recognize their utter dependence on God for strength and guidance. Beach outlines various hindrances to effective prayer, such as unforgiveness and wrong motives, and encourages the church to rebuild the family altar of prayer to experience revival and healing. He passionately calls for a deeper commitment to prayer, asserting that it is the most powerful weapon against spiritual darkness.
Building the House of Prayer: A Prophetic Call to Action (Hag. 2)
By Mike Bickle261:07:34Building the House of PrayerPerseverance in FaithEZR 1:1EZR 6:14NEH 12:45ISA 56:7JER 29:10HAG 1:7HAG 2:3ZEC 4:10MAT 6:10REV 4:8Mike Bickle emphasizes the prophetic call to build the house of prayer as illustrated in Haggai's messages to the Israelites in 520 BC. He draws parallels between their struggles and the challenges faced by modern houses of prayer, urging believers to recognize the significance of their work in the context of God's eternal purpose. Bickle highlights the importance of perseverance, spiritual resolve, and the understanding that their efforts contribute to a greater divine narrative that connects past, present, and future worship sanctuaries. He encourages the community to see beyond immediate challenges and to embrace the calling to create a place of continuous worship and prayer.
The Church's Eternal Identity as a House of Prayer
By Mike Bickle2146:05The Power of PrayerIdentity in Christ2CH 7:14PSA 132:2ISA 56:7JOL 2:12MAT 21:13ACT 1:14ROM 8:26EPH 6:181PE 2:9REV 5:8Mike Bickle emphasizes the church's eternal identity as a house of prayer, asserting that prayer is central to our existence as redeemed beings. He explains that the enemy actively seeks to hinder our prayer lives, which are essential for interacting with God and releasing His power into the world. Bickle highlights that both individually and collectively, the body of Christ is called to grow in prayer, as it is a reflection of our true identity and purpose. He draws on biblical examples, including the life of David and the early church, to illustrate the significance of prayer in God's eternal plan. Ultimately, Bickle calls for a culture of prayer within the church, urging believers to engage deeply with God through prayer as a vital aspect of their faith.
The House of Prayer: Our Eternal Identity
By Mike Bickle1447:38Intimacy in PrayerEternal IdentityEXO 19:6PSA 2:8PSA 72:15ISA 42:10ISA 56:7MAT 21:131TI 2:1HEB 7:25JAS 4:2REV 22:17Mike Bickle emphasizes that the house of prayer is not merely a ministry focus but the eternal identity of God's people. He explains that being a house of prayer involves a deep interaction with God's heart, where our prayers move His heart and vice versa. Bickle highlights the importance of intimacy-based intercession, asserting that this relationship is vital for the release of God's resources in our lives and the world. He warns against the distractions that hinder our prayer life and calls for a recognition of our identity as a house of prayer, which will continue into eternity. Ultimately, he encourages believers to engage actively in prayer as a reflection of their relationship with God.
Purity Clears the Way
By Shane Idleman1344:15Righteous AngerPurityPSA 51:10ISA 56:7JER 7:3MAT 5:8MAT 21:12ROM 12:12CO 7:1HEB 12:14JAS 1:271JN 3:3Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of purity in our relationship with God, using Matthew 21:12 to illustrate Jesus' righteous anger towards the corruption in the temple. He explains that true worship requires a heart aligned with God's will, and that purity clears the way for effective prayer and spiritual power. Idleman warns against the dangers of complacency and entitlement in faith, urging believers to amend their ways and seek genuine holiness. He draws parallels between the issues of Jesus' time and contemporary societal challenges, calling for a return to heartfelt worship and obedience to God's Word.
Prayer and the House of God
By E.M. Bounds0PrayerThe House of GodISA 56:7MAT 21:13LUK 18:1ACT 2:42EPH 6:18PHP 4:6COL 4:21TH 5:171TI 2:1JAS 5:16E.M. Bounds emphasizes the vital relationship between prayer and the house of God, asserting that a church is a sacred space dedicated to worship and prayer. He argues that when prayer is absent, the church loses its divine essence and becomes just another building. Prayer is not only essential for individual believers but also for the collective worship of the church, making it a divine workshop for spiritual growth. Bounds highlights the importance of prayer in maintaining the church's life, power, and glory, and calls for a revival of prayer as the central focus of church activities. He concludes that without prayer, the church cannot fulfill its divine purpose and must prioritize teaching and practicing prayer in all its endeavors.
Matthew 21:10-13. Christ Casts the Buyers and Sellers Out of the Temple.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0ISA 56:7GAL 3:28EPH 2:14REV 21:27Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about Jesus cleansing the temple, highlighting how the sacred place meant for worship had been turned into a den of thieves by those who made unfair gains and told falsehoods when buying and selling. Jesus, meek towards those who reviled him, was ardent in his opposition to wickedness, cleansing the sanctuary twice during his ministry. He is both the Judge and Savior, and when he returns, he will manifest his hatred against sin, casting out all evildoers into a furnace of fire.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Shall be accepted - A word is here lost out of the text: it is supplied from the Septuagint, יהיו yihyu, εσονται, "they shall be." - Houbigant.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Even them-- (Eph 2:11-13). to my holy mountain--Jerusalem, the seat of the Lord's throne in His coming kingdom (Isa 2:2; Jer 3:17). joyful-- (Rom 5:11). burnt offerings . . . sacrifices--spiritual, of which the literal were types (Rom 12:1; Heb 13:15; Pe1 2:5). accepted-- (Eph 1:6). altar-- (Heb 13:10), spiritually, the Cross of Christ, which sanctifies our sacrifices of prayer and praise. house . . . for all people--or rather, "peoples." No longer restricted to one favored people (Mal 1:11; Joh 4:21, Joh 4:23; Ti1 2:8). To be fully realized at the second coming (Isa 2:2-4). No longer literal, but spiritual sacrifice, namely, "prayer" shall be offered (Psa 141:2; Psa 51:17; Mal 1:11; Mat 21:13).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Even them will I bring to my holy mountain,.... The church, called a "mountain" for its height, visibility, and immovableness; see Isa 2:2, especially for the latter; the true members of it being such who are interested in the unchangeable love of God, in the immovable grace of election, in the unalterable covenant of grace, are on the Rock Christ Jesus, and are secured by the favour and power of God; and it is called a "Holy One", because in it holy men are, holy doctrines are preached, holy services performed, and the holy God, Father, Son, and Spirit, grant their presence: and hither the Lord "brings" his people; he shows them the way thither; he inclines their minds, and moves their wills, to come hither; he removes the objections that are in their way; he constrains them by his love; and he does it in a very distinguishing way, takes one of a city, and two of a family, and brings them hither; and he who says this is able to do it; and, when he has brought them there, will do for them as follows: and make them joyful in my house of prayer; or "in the house of my prayer" (p); not made by him, as say the Jews (q); but where prayer is made unto him, and is acceptable with him; every man's closet should be a place of private prayer; and every good man's house a place of family prayer; but a church of God is a house where saints meet together, and jointly pray to the Lord: and here he makes them joyful; by hearing and answering their prayers; by granting his gracious presence; by discovering his love, and shedding it abroad in their hearts; by feeding them with his word and ordinances; by giving them views of Christ, his love and loveliness, fulness, grace, and righteousness: by favouring them with the consolations of his Spirit, and his gracious influences; and by showing them their interest in the blessings of grace and glory: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar: which is Christ, who is not only the priest that offers up all the sacrifices of his people, but is also the altar on which they are offered up, Heb 13:10, and is the only One, and the most Holy One, which is greater than the gift, and sanctifies every gift that is upon it, and makes both the persons and the offerings of the Lord's people acceptable unto God; for by these offerings and sacrifices are not meant legal but spiritual ones; good deeds, acts of beneficence, rightly performed, with which sacrifices God is well pleased; sacrifices of prayer and praise; and even the persons of saints themselves, their bodies and their souls, when presented, a holy, living, and acceptable sacrifice unto God, Heb 13:15, the prophet here speaks in figures, agreeably to his own time, as Calvin observes, when speaking of Gospel times; so he makes mention of the sabbath before, instead of the Lord's day, or any time of worship under the Gospel dispensation: for mine house shall be called a house of prayer for all people; Gentiles as well as Jews; the sons of the strangers, as others, are all welcome to the church of God, to come and worship, and pray to the Lord there, and that is in any place where the saints meet together; for holy hands may be lifted up everywhere, without wrath or doubting, Ti1 2:8. The Jews apply this verse to the time when the son of David, the Messiah, shall come (r). (p) "in domo orationis meae", V. L. Vatablus, Pagninus, Montanus, Vitringa. (q) T. Bab. Beracot, fol. 7. 1. (r) T. Bab. Megillah, fol. 18. 1.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
56:7 burnt offerings and sacrifices: God had previously rejected sinful Israel’s expressions of piety (1:11-13) but would welcome offerings from righteous Gentiles or foreigners. Nationality is worth little without true piety. • a house of prayer for all nations: The Lord would open the doors of the Temple to all nations (see 2:2-4). Jesus rebuked the people for desecrating the Temple and for preventing it from functioning as the house of prayer (Matt 21:13; Mark 11:17).