There are several major themes that run throughout Isaiah. One example is the absurdity of worshipping idols that we make with our hands, rather than worshipping the Lord who created us. As we find themes, we gain a greater understanding of Isaiah’s writings.

Isaiah uses individual words to convey significant historical and spiritual themes. As we make the effort to study Isaiah one word at a time, we can find greater meaning in his message.

Isaiah uses people, places, and events as symbols for spiritual truths. As we learn how the organization of Isaiah corresponds to the history of Israel, it becomes easier to understand the meaning behind Isaiah’s symbols.

We don’t have to be a scholar to understand Isaiah. Just reading it will be beneficial, as we can find individual verses that give us hope and help us feel the Savior’s love. However we approach Isaiah, we should make whatever effort we can give.

Proverbs repeatedly teaches that wisdom comes through instruction, counsel, and correction. Accepting correction leads to learning, repentance, spiritual growth, and lifelong discipleship of Jesus Christ.

Although I love the Bible, I have struggled to enjoy the Psalms. But I found my “hook.” As I learned about the Levite singers, the use of the Psalms in worship, the musical notations in the Psalms, and connections to modern scripture, I learned to love the Psalms.

The Songs of Ascents (Psalms 120-134) were likely sung by Israelites as they traveled to Jerusalem. These psalms represent more than a physical ascent. They also teach a spiritual journey of faith, repentance, worship, and drawing nearer to God.