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Isaiah 44:8-28

8 Do not tremble, do not be afraid.
Did I not proclaim this and foretell it long ago?
You are my witnesses. Is there any God besides me?
No, there is no other Rock; I know not one.”

9 All who make idols are nothing,
and the things they treasure are worthless.
Those who would speak up for them are blind;
they are ignorant, to their own shame.

10 Who shapes a god and casts an idol,
which can profit him nothing?

11 He and his kind will be put to shame;
craftsmen are nothing but men.
Let them all come together and take their stand;
they will be brought down to terror and infamy.

12 The blacksmith takes a tool
and works with it in the coals;
he shapes an idol with hammers,
he forges it with the might of his arm.
He gets hungry and loses his strength;
he drinks no water and grows faint.

13 The carpenter measures with a line
and makes an outline with a marker;
he roughs it out with chisels
and marks it with compasses.
He shapes it in the form of man,
of man in all his glory,
that it may dwell in a shrine.

14 He cut down cedars,
or perhaps took a cypress or oak.
He let it grow among the trees of the forest,
or planted a pine, and the rain made it grow.

15 It is man’s fuel for burning;
some of it he takes and warms himself,
he kindles a fire and bakes bread.
But he also fashions a god and worships it;
he makes an idol and bows down to it.

16 Half of the wood he burns in the fire;
over it he prepares his meal,
he roasts his meat and eats his fill.
He also warms himself and says,
“Ah! I am warm; I see the fire.”

17 From the rest he makes a god, his idol;
he bows down to it and worships.
He prays to it and says,
“Save me; you are my god.”

18 They know nothing, they understand nothing;
their eyes are plastered over so they cannot see,
and their minds closed so they cannot understand.

19 No one stops to think,
no one has the knowledge or understanding to say,
“Half of it I used for fuel;
I even baked bread over its coals,
I roasted meat and I ate.
Shall I make a detestable thing from what is left?
Shall I bow down to a block of wood?”

20 He feeds on ashes, a deluded heart misleads him;
he cannot save himself, or say,
“Is not this thing in my right hand a lie?”

21 “Remember these things, O Jacob,
for you are my servant, O Israel.
I have made you, you are my servant;
O Israel, I will not forget you.

22 I have swept away your offenses like a cloud,
your sins like the morning mist.
Return to me,
for I have redeemed you.”

23 Sing for joy, O heavens, for the Lord has done this;
shout aloud, O earth beneath.
Burst into song, you mountains,
you forests and all your trees,
for the Lord has redeemed Jacob,
he displays his glory in Israel.

24 Jerusalem to Be Inhabited
“This is what the Lord says—
your Redeemer, who formed you in the womb:
I am the Lord,
who has made all things,
who alone stretched out the heavens,
who spread out the earth by myself,

25 who foils the signs of false prophets
and makes fools of diviners,
who overthrows the learning of the wise
and turns it into nonsense,

26 who carries out the words of his servants
and fulfills the predictions of his messengers,
who says of Jerusalem, ‘It shall be inhabited,’
of the towns of Judah, ‘They shall be built,’
and of their ruins, ‘I will restore them,’

27 who says to the watery deep, ‘Be dry,
and I will dry up your streams,’

28 who says of Cyrus, ‘He is my shepherd
and will accomplish all that I please;
he will say of Jerusalem, “Let it be rebuilt,”
and of the temple, “Let its foundations be laid.”’

Cross References for Isaiah 44:8-28

Acts 14:15 - “Men, why are you doing this? We too are only men, human like you. We are bringing you good new... Click to read the verse Acts 14:15 Click to read the verse Acts 14:15

Nehemiah 9:6 - You alone are the Lord. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, and all their starry ho... Click to read the verse Nehemiah 9:6 Click to read the verse Nehemiah 9:6

Deuteronomy 32:4 - He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wr... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:4 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:4

2 Kings 19:15 - And Hezekiah prayed to the Lord: “O Lord, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, you al... Click to read the verse 2 Kings 19:15 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 19:15

Psalms 18:31 - For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the Rock except our God? Click to read the verse Psalms 18:31 Click to read the verse Psalms 18:31

Isaiah 44:6 - The Lord, Not Idols “This is what the Lord says— Israel’s King and Redeemer, the Lord Almighty:... Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:6

Deuteronomy 32:39 - “See now that I myself am He! There is no god besides me. I put to death and I bring to life, I... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:39 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:39

Genesis 46:3 - “I am God, the God of your father,” he said. “Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will ... Click to read the verse Genesis 46:3 Click to read the verse Genesis 46:3

Genesis 15:1 - God’s Covenant With Abram After this, the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision: “Do not b... Click to read the verse Genesis 15:1 Click to read the verse Genesis 15:1

Isaiah 44:2 - This is what the Lord says— he who made you, who formed you in the womb, and who will help you:... Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:2 Click to read the verse Isaiah 44:2

Genesis 48:19 - But his father refused and said, “I know, my son, I know. He too will become a people, and he t... Click to read the verse Genesis 48:19 Click to read the verse Genesis 48:19

John 10:30 - I and the Father are one.” Click to read the verse John 10:30 Click to read the verse John 10:30

Psalms 95:3 - For the Lord is the great God, the great King above all gods. Click to read the verse Psalms 95:3 Click to read the verse Psalms 95:3

Daniel 6:22 - My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I wa... Click to read the verse Daniel 6:22 Click to read the verse Daniel 6:22

Isaiah 45:14 - This is what the Lord says: “The products of Egypt and the merchandise of Cush, and those tall ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:14 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:14

Hebrews 12:1 - God Disciplines His Sons Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses,... Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:1 Click to read the verse Hebrews 12:1

Ezra 1:2 - “This is what Cyrus king of Persia says: “‘The Lord, the God of heaven, has given me all the ki... Click to read the verse Ezra 1:2 Click to read the verse Ezra 1:2

Daniel 2:47 - The king said to Daniel, “Surely your God is the God of gods and the Lord of kings and a reveal... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:47 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:47

Genesis 28:13-15 - There above it stood the Lord, and he said: “I am the Lord, the God of your father Abraham and ... Click to read the verse Genesis 28:13-15 Click to read the verse Genesis 28:13-15

Genesis 49:1-28 - Jacob Blesses His Sons Then Jacob called for his sons and said: “Gather around so I can tell yo... Click to read the verse Genesis 49:1-28 Click to read the verse Genesis 49:1-28

Daniel 2:28 - but there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries. He has shown King Nebuchadnezzar what will ... Click to read the verse Daniel 2:28 Click to read the verse Daniel 2:28

John 8:58 - “I tell you the truth,” Jesus answered, “before Abraham was born, I am!” Click to read the verse John 8:58 Click to read the verse John 8:58

Genesis 15:13-21 - Then the Lord said to him, “Know for certain that your descendants will be strangers in a count... Click to read the verse Genesis 15:13-21 Click to read the verse Genesis 15:13-21

Isaiah 43:11 - I, even I, am the Lord, and apart from me there is no savior. Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:11 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:11

Deuteronomy 32:31 - For their rock is not like our Rock, as even our enemies concede. Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:31 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:31

Isaiah 46:9 - Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and t... Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:9 Click to read the verse Isaiah 46:9

Deuteronomy 4:35 - You were shown these things so that you might know that the Lord is God; besides him there is n... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:35 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:35

Isaiah 41:10-14 - So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you... Click to read the verse Isaiah 41:10-14 Click to read the verse Isaiah 41:10-14

1 Samuel 2:2 - “There is no one holy like the Lord; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God. Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:2 Click to read the verse 1 Samuel 2:2

2 Kings 5:15 - Then Naaman and all his attendants went back to the man of God. He stood before him and said, “... Click to read the verse 2 Kings 5:15 Click to read the verse 2 Kings 5:15

Exodus 20:3 - “You shall have no other gods before me. Click to read the verse Exodus 20:3 Click to read the verse Exodus 20:3

Isaiah 43:10 - “You are my witnesses,” declares the Lord, “and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may ... Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:10 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:10

John 1:1 - The Word Became Flesh In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word wa... Click to read the verse John 1:1 Click to read the verse John 1:1

Leviticus 26:1-46 - Reward for Obedience “‘Do not make idols or set up an image or a sacred stone for yourselves, a... Click to read the verse Leviticus 26:1-46 Click to read the verse Leviticus 26:1-46

Deuteronomy 32:17 - They sacrificed to demons, which are not God— gods they had not known, gods that recently appea... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:17 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 32:17

Joel 2:27 - Then you will know that I am in Israel, that I am the Lord your God, and that there is no other... Click to read the verse Joel 2:27 Click to read the verse Joel 2:27

Daniel 4:25 - You will be driven away from people and will live with the wild animals; you will eat grass lik... Click to read the verse Daniel 4:25 Click to read the verse Daniel 4:25

Mark 12:32 - “Well said, teacher,” the man replied. “You are right in saying that God is one and there is no... Click to read the verse Mark 12:32 Click to read the verse Mark 12:32

Isaiah 45:5 - I am the Lord, and there is no other; apart from me there is no God. I will strengthen you, tho... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:5

Deuteronomy 4:39 - Acknowledge and take to heart this day that the Lord is God in heaven above and on the earth be... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:39 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:39

Deuteronomy 6:4 - Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 6:4 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 6:4

Isaiah 45:5-6 - I am the Lord, and there is no other; apart from me there is no God. I will strengthen you, tho... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:5-6 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:5-6

Isaiah 30:29 - And you will sing as on the night you celebrate a holy festival; your hearts will rejoice as wh... Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:29 Click to read the verse Isaiah 30:29

1 Kings 8:60 - so that all the peoples of the earth may know that the Lord is God and that there is no other. Click to read the verse 1 Kings 8:60 Click to read the verse 1 Kings 8:60

Jeremiah 10:7 - Who should not revere you, O King of the nations? This is your due. Among all the wise men of t... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 10:7 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 10:7

Ezra 8:22 - I was ashamed to ask the king for soldiers and horsemen to protect us from enemies on the road,... Click to read the verse Ezra 8:22 Click to read the verse Ezra 8:22

2 Samuel 22:32 - For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the Rock except our God? Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 22:32 Click to read the verse 2 Samuel 22:32

Isaiah 45:24 - They will say of me, ‘In the Lord alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who have raged ag... Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:24 Click to read the verse Isaiah 45:24

James 2:19 - You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder. Click to read the verse James 2:19 Click to read the verse James 2:19

Isaiah 42:9 - See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into bein... Click to read the verse Isaiah 42:9 Click to read the verse Isaiah 42:9

Acts 1:8 - But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in J... Click to read the verse Acts 1:8 Click to read the verse Acts 1:8

Proverbs 3:25-26 - Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:25-26 Click to read the verse Proverbs 3:25-26

Isaiah 48:5 - Therefore I told you these things long ago; before they happened I announced them to you so tha... Click to read the verse Isaiah 48:5 Click to read the verse Isaiah 48:5

1 John 1:2 - The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and we proclaim to you the eternal life, ... Click to read the verse 1 John 1:2 Click to read the verse 1 John 1:2

Isaiah 43:12 - I have revealed and saved and proclaimed— I, and not some foreign god among you. You are my wit... Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:12 Click to read the verse Isaiah 43:12

Deuteronomy 28:1-68 - Blessings for Obedience If you fully obey the Lord your God and carefully follow all his comman... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 28:1-68 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 28:1-68

Isaiah 16:13 - This is the word the Lord has already spoken concerning Moab. Click to read the verse Isaiah 16:13 Click to read the verse Isaiah 16:13

Jeremiah 30:10-11 - “‘So do not fear, O Jacob my servant; do not be dismayed, O Israel,’ declares the Lord. ‘I will... Click to read the verse Jeremiah 30:10-11 Click to read the verse Jeremiah 30:10-11

Daniel 3:16-28 - Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego replied to the king, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend... Click to read the verse Daniel 3:16-28 Click to read the verse Daniel 3:16-28

John 6:10 - Jesus said, “Have the people sit down.” There was plenty of grass in that place, and the men sa... Click to read the verse John 6:10 Click to read the verse John 6:10

Acts 17:23-31 - For as I walked around and looked carefully at your objects of worship, I even found an altar w... Click to read the verse Acts 17:23-31 Click to read the verse Acts 17:23-31

Daniel 5:23-30 - Instead, you have set yourself up against the Lord of heaven. You had the goblets from his temp... Click to read the verse Daniel 5:23-30 Click to read the verse Daniel 5:23-30

Deuteronomy 4:25-31 - After you have had children and grandchildren and have lived in the land a long time—if you the... Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:25-31 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 4:25-31

Matthew 28:7 - Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and is going ahead of you i... Click to read the verse Matthew 28:7 Click to read the verse Matthew 28:7

John 6:20 - But he said to them, “It is I; don’t be afraid.” Click to read the verse John 6:20 Click to read the verse John 6:20