G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Isaiah 42:1-25
The manifesto now presents the great Servant of Jehovah. His person is first described. His manifestation is announced (verse Isaiah 42:1) , His mission is declared (verse Isaiah 42:1) , His method is described (verses Isa 42:2-3 ), and His might is affirmed (verse Isa 42:4 ). Then His relation to Jehovah is indicated in the words of Jehovah. He is called, held, kept, and given, and all that for purposes of deliverance. The ultimate purpose is the glory of Jehovah. The prophet immediately... read more
F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Isaiah 42:14-25
a Deaf and Blind Messenger Isaiah 42:14-25 There are times in our lives when God seems to hold His peace. Evil is rife, bad men prosper, society lies under the spell of vice. It is only temporary , however. Then God comes forth out of the silence, and shows Himself “strong in the behalf of them whose heart is perfect toward Him.” He brings the blind “by a way that they knew not,” and makes “the crooked places straight.” These wonderful things are wrought not for the wise and holy alone, but... read more