Looking far into the future, Isaiah sees a felled forest which is the LORD’s own people. Judgment has taken place. But out of the stump of Jesse sprouts a branch. A new king arises. He will gather together the LORD’s people, destroying their divisions, and recovering them in righteousness. The people thank the LORD for turning away his anger and comforting them. Together they give thanks, pray in his name, and make known his deeds among the peoples.
LORD, thank you for recovering your remnant, and making us a part of your gathered harvest.
Isaiah 11-12