Isaiah, Part 89 | Strengthened And Upheld

Dr. James Tour emphasizes that Isaiah 41:10’s promise — “Do not fear … I will strengthen you … I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” — provides believers with lasting comfort, strength and assurance whenever life becomes overwhelming. He reminds Christians to trust God’s presence and power rather than giving in to anxiety or fear.
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00:00 Opening thoughts
00:20 “Do not anxiously look about you” warning
00:44 God’s word brings strength
01:12 Context — Isaiah’s poetic shift
02:32 Idols on trial, encouragement to captives
03:04 Verse 10 is “one of the most encouraging verses”
03:59 Reading Isaiah 41:10 aloud
05:00 Personal testimony: scripture sustaining through trials
07:08 “I will strengthen you” promise emphasized
09:26 Meditate on the verse — life-changing if believed
14:35 Application: timeless for all believers
20:33 Promise of provision and deliverance for afflicted
23:08 Vision of restoration — deserts becoming fruitful
25:08 God’s challenge to idols: show your power
26:12 Prophesying rise of a deliverer (Cyrus)
31:55 Historical fulfillment: return from exile
34:06 Archaeological support — confirming scripture
38:31 Final exhortation: hold fast to God’s Word