The Prince of Prophets

Isaiah is often called the Prince of Prophets, and with good reason. Living in Jerusalem during the eighth century B.C., Isaiah ministered through the reigns of several kings of Judah, including Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. His prophetic calling began with a breathtaking vision of the Lord “high and lifted up,” surrounded by angelic beings crying, “Holy, holy, holy” (Isaiah 6). From the very start, Isaiah’s life and message were marked by awe, holiness, and surrender to God’s purposes.

Isaiah’s writings are among the most profound in all of Scripture. Even secular historians and literary scholars have expressed amazement at the depth, beauty, and coherence of his prophecies—especially considering that many were fulfilled centuries after they were written. His book weaves together history, poetry, judgment, and hope with unmatched clarity and power.

If I had to choose only two books of the Bible to read for the rest of my life, the first would be Psalms, and the second would be Isaiah. Like the Psalms, Isaiah speaks to the full range of human experience. His words offer glimpses of angelic beings and the glory of God, comfort for the hurting, correction for the wandering, and radiant hope for the faithful. Above all, Isaiah shines a prophetic spotlight on the coming Messiah—describing His birth, His suffering, and His kingdom with astonishing precision.

Isaiah chapter 40 stands as one of the greatest comfort passages in all of Scripture. “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people,” God declares in verse one, reminding His children that He is everlasting, all-powerful, and tender toward the weary. And chapter forty ends with one of the most popular verses ever penned: Those who wait on the Lord will renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles. They shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint!

Praise God for the wonderful Scriptures of hope we have through His faithful prophet Isaiah—a timeless voice calling us to trust, worship, and rest in the promises of our great and holy God.