1. A remnant (6-10)

The prophet looks some 200 years into the future, to the Babylonian Empire's invasion and conquest of Jerusalem. The people of Jerusalem would be taken into captivity to Babylon; after 70 years God would bring them back, wounded and broken. Because of man's sin, God's discipline is necessary. But God had a plan. He would gather the wounded and lame and make them a remnant whom he could use and bless. God's purposes in history are accomplished through a remnant of people who know his grace.

2. The victory of God's people (11-13)

Many people would mock Israel in her time of shame. But they do not know the thoughts of God. He promised to give his people horns of iron so that they could defeat their enemies. His victorious people would devote the ill-gotten wealth of pagan nations to the Lord.

Application: Lord, thank you for reminding us that victory does not go to the strong, but to the people you bless. Keep me as one of your remnant people.
One Word: A part of God's remnant