Isa 49:6-7 | MHM | STEP | v. 6 : God tells the Messiah that his mission is even bigger than just saving Israel. It is too small a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob... I will also give you as a light to the Gentiles, that you may be my salvation to the end of the earth . This means Jesus would bring God’s light and salvation to people everywhere, not just the Jews (Luke 2:32; Acts 13:47 ). In this way, the Messiah’s mission is greater and more glorious than anyone expected.

‏ Isaiah 49:6-7

v. 6: God tells the Messiah that his mission is even bigger than just saving Israel. It is too small a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob... I will also give you as a light to the Gentiles, that you may be my salvation to the end of the earth . This means Jesus would bring God’s light and salvation to people everywhere, not just the Jews (Luke 2:32; Acts 13:47 ^a). In this way, the Messiah’s mission is greater and more glorious than anyone expected.

Encouragement to the Gentiles.

This section describes both the suffering and the honor of the Messiah. Although he would be rejected and despised by people, God promises to lift him up and give him great authority. The Messiah will not only save Israel, but also bring blessing and hope to people from every nation. God’s faithfulness guarantees these promises, and all who believe in the Messiah will share in his blessings.

v. 7: The Lord, the Redeemer and Holy One of Israel, speaks to his chosen servant. The Messiah, Jesus, would be deeply humbled. He would be despised and rejected by men (Isaiah 53:3 ^b), hated by the nation, and treated like a servant by rulers (John 19:10 ^c). But God promises to exalt him. In time, kings and princes would respect and honor him, showing that God is faithful and that the Messiah is truly chosen.