1. Sing, O barren woman (1-4)

Isaiah speaks to those who have been ravaged by sin. A barren woman is the symbol of fruitlessness and hopelessness. Israel had become a people without hope. But God had hope for them. He has hope for forgiven sinners. He told this fatalistic people, 'Enlarge the place of your tent...your descendants will possess the nations.' God makes barren women fruitful and forgiven sinners useful. God's people must not give in to adverse circumstances; we must obey his command to go into all the world with his gospel of love and hope. When we widen our vision, God gives fruit and blessing.

2. Your Maker is your husband (5-17)

We have hope because our Creator God is our Redeemer and true Husband. He is the guardian of our hearts; he is the one who forgives us, who loves and protects us and who makes our lives fruitful and blessed. He promises peace and victory and his kingdom as our inheritance.

Application: Lord, help us to enlarge the place of our tents and possess the nations.
One Word: Enlarge the place of your tent