Isaiah 49 - 53

God's Servant speaks of the great and mighty task to which God has called Him.  Even from before birth, this Servant will be part of God's plan to restore God's glory to the nation of Israel and reveal God's glory to Gentile nations.  He will appear at exactly the right time - the time of God's choosing.  The Servant will demonstrate clearly that God has kept His promises to His people.  He will be the hope of the nation, even though He will be scorned by many and misunderstood.  The Servant will bring God's comfort to His people because through Him, God will redeem His people!  The Servant, through His suffering, would bring healing and relief to as many as would turn to Him.