63:1
This is an amazing messianic prophecy. The final part of the verse: “It is I, proclaiming victory, might to save” makes it clear that it is talking about Jesus, and He is bringing victory and salvation to Israel. Yet why are Edom and Bozrah (a city inn Edom) mentioned, why does He come from there? Romans 9-11 explain, with the gospel going out to the world before Israel finally starts to believe on a significant scale. The gospel goes out to the nations. “with His garments stained crimson” is an obvious reference to the shedding of blood on the cross. The plan revealed in Isaiah is very much a long term plan!
63:2,3
We then see a different usage of blood. It talks about the wrath and anger of God. On the cross Jesus took upon Himself the judgement that should have been ours. But in Revelation we also read of judgement upon the nations. There is a twofold response to Jesus. Some will believe and receive mercy. Others will be stubborn and suffer judgement. Either way, the enemies of God will be defeated.
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