God’s promises should become our prayers. Isaiah prayed that Jerusalem might be restored (v. 1), and he urged the watchmen and all of God’s people to pray as well (vv. 6–7). The psalmist also prayed “for the peace of Jerusalem” (Ps. 122:6). When there is peace in Jerusalem, there will be peace in the world.
The nation’s restoration will be as joyful as a wedding (vv. 4–5; 61:10). Beulah means “married,” and Hephzibah means “My delight is in her.” The people were “divorced” from God because of their unfaithfulness, and He was not delighted in them; but that will change when God cleanses their sins.
Now is the time to make ready, for the King is coming to Zion (vv. 10–12; Matt. 21:5; Rev. 22:12)!
