The glory days of Israel seem far in the past in the time of Isaiah. Long forgotten is the time when the Israelites were miraculously led from slavery in Egypt and into the promised land. Gone are the days of King David & King Solomon. Israel is divided and living in exile under the oppression of their enemies. And yet, the prophet Isaiah paints a hopeful picture at the end of book. He reminds God's people that God is here AND is coming to put things right. This newly restored world is a place of healing, restoration and abundance in places that were once barren wastelands. A new shoot will come from the stump...