The Sure Mercies Promised to David
Isaiah invites the thirsty to God’s free provision and promises an everlasting covenant grounded in the faithful mercies given to David.
Isaiah 55:1–5
1Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price.
2Wherefore do ye spend money for [that which is] not bread? and your labour for [that which] satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye [that which is] good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness.
3Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, [even] the sure mercies of David.
4Behold, I have given him [for] a witness to the people, a leader and commander to the people.
5Behold, thou shalt call a nation [that] thou knowest not, and nations [that] knew not thee shall run unto thee because of the LORD thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel; for he hath glorified thee.
The Old Testament pattern and its New Testament application
New Testament fulfillment
Jesus' resurrection and ascension, commonly dated around AD 30–33
Sources & further reading
Historical facts and interpretive background are kept as structured citations so links can be checked and maintained over time.
The sources establish the historical record and provide background on the biblical passage. The conclusion that these events fulfill prophecy is the stated interpretation of Watchman 33.