Sermon Outline:
1. The inexcusable failure of God’s people
2. The obedient, dependant, and vindicated suffering of New Israel
3. Two ways to live: fire starters or Messiah-trusters
Family Discussion Questions:
1. Who rejected the Lord Jesus when He came?
2. How does 50:1-3 rebuke excuses commonly given for rejecting salvation?
3. What does 50:4-9 tell us about the life of Jesus and how does that shape our own?
4. Why did the Lord Jesus need to learn obedience when He came?
5. When was the Lord Jesus vindicated?
6. When will Christians be vindicated?
7. Describe the two ways to respond to the Gospel in 50:10-11
8. In what ways are we meant to accept walking in darkness for now?
9. What always ends up happening to those who rely on human religions?
10. How does God’s enjoyment of Jesus’ earthly life shape our own endurance now?