Isaiah 3 · Grade 4
The Plunder of the Poor
Read and Think
Isaiah 3 continues the warning to Judah. The Lord, Yahweh of Armies, would take away the whole supply of bread and water. He would also remove the mighty man, the judge, the prophet, the elder, and the counselor. Without good leaders, the people would oppress one another. No one would even want to be a ruler, because there was neither bread nor clothing.
Isaiah explains the reason: "Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen; because their tongue and their doings are against Yahweh." They paraded their sin like Sodom and did not hide it. Even so, God makes a difference between people: "Tell the righteous that it will be well with them, for they will eat the fruit of their deeds."
Yahweh stands up as judge. He accuses the elders and leaders: "It is you who have eaten up the vineyard. The plunder of the poor is in your houses." He asks why they crush his people and grind the face of the poor. Then he warns the proud daughters of Zion. All their fine anklets, rings, robes, and perfume would be taken away, and instead of beauty there would be sorrow.
Show What You Know
Why would no one want to be a ruler?
What reason does Isaiah give for Judah's fall?
Who does God say it will be well with?
What did God accuse the leaders of?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- The Lord, Yahweh of Armies, would take away the whole supply of and water.
- Without good leaders, the would oppress one another.
- No one would even want to be a , because there was neither bread nor clothing.
Think About It
God noticed how leaders treated the poor. How should people in charge treat those who have less?
The proud women cared most about how they looked. What does God care about more than outward beauty?
Memory Verse
“Yahweh will enter into judgment with the elders of his people and their leaders: “It is you who have eaten up the vineyard. The plunder of the poor is in your houses.”
Isaiah 3:14 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for being a fair judge. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- How can you stand up for people who get cheated?
- How can you focus on your heart instead of your outfit?
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