Caring for the oppressed will bring dramatic changes 58:6–9a What one should do 6–7 The results 8–9a Removing oppression will bring transformation 58:9b–12 What one should do 9b–10a The results 10b–12 Not doing as you please on the Sabbath will bring joy 58:13–14 What one should do 13 The results 14
Smith, Gary. 2009. Isaiah 40-66. Vol. 15B. The New American Commentary. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers.
“your light” breaking forth refers to people reflecting the light of God among his people
Smith, Gary. 2009. Isaiah 40-66. Vol. 15B. The New American Commentary. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman Publishers.
But you will not leave in haste or go in flight; for the Lord will go before you, the God of Israel will be your rear guard.
The New International Version. 2011. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
God supports and protects His followers. Here, he promises to serve as our "rear guard"--to protect us from attacks where we are most vulnerable.
