40 Minutes In The Old Testament

Isaiah 56:1-57:10 (Episode 498)

Feb 18, 2026
A dive into Isaiah’s shift toward Sabbath practice, justice, and a promised savior. Discussion on inclusion for foreigners and eunuchs and God giving an everlasting name. Examination of the temple as a house of prayer for all peoples. Sharp rebuke of corrupt leaders and disturbing idolatrous practices around Jerusalem.
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INSIGHT

Salvation, Righteousness, And Sabbath

  • Isaiah links God's coming salvation with justice, righteousness, and Sabbath-keeping as marks of the messianic kingdom.
  • Chad Bird argues the blessed
INSIGHT

The True Sabbath Keeper Is The Son Of Man

  • Isaiah's
ANECDOTE

Talmud Study Echoed Gospel Debates

  • Chad Bird recounts studying the Jerusalem Talmud and seeing first-century Sabbath debates mirrored there.
  • He says the Talmud felt like eavesdropping on Pharisee–Jesus arguments about Sabbath minutiae.
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