Department
History
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-5-2016
Abstract
Isaiah’s promise of judgment sounds perfect even at first reading. We nod our heads when we read that things will go badly for the wicked, who will get what they deserve. Child or adult, perhaps our most favorite human statement is “That’s not fair!” We assume the role of judge and jury, look at people and events in our world, and make our determinations. But the phrase as stated is incomplete. What we really mean is “Things aren’t going my way and I want them to and they should and it’s not fair when they don’t!” Our standard for judgment is ourselves and our desires.
Recommended Citation
Granade, S. Ray, "Advent 2016: Isaiah 3: 8-15, "They Display Their Sins"" (2016). Creative Works. 66.
https://scholarlycommons.obu.edu/creative_work/66