Isaiah 61:7

"But you will be called the LORD’s priests. Men will call you the servants of our God. You will eat the wealth of the nations. You will boast in their glory."

Key Reflection

These verses signify that those who follow God will serve as his priests and honor him, enjoying the blessings and prosperity He bestows, reflecting a life of devotion and privilege. Through this service and blessing, they embody God's presence among the nations, boasting in His glory and the fruits of their faithful stewardship.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

For your shame -That is, instead of the reproach and humiliation which you have been called to experience. You shall have double -A double inheritance or reward (see the notes atIsaiah 40:2). And for confusion -The word ‘confusion’ here means the same as a blush of shame, and refers to the scenes of humiliation and sorrow which the nation had passed through on account of its sins. They shall rejoice -There is here a change from the second to the third person - a change which is not unfrequent in Isaiah. The same persons, however, are intended. In their portion -That is, you shall be permitted to rejoice in the augmented privileges which you shall enjoy.

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