Judge, Lawgiver, King

This lesson explores how Isaiah 33:22 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Isaiah 33:22

For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; it is he who will save us.

New Testament

John 5:30

By myself I can do nothing; I judge only as I hear, and my judgment is just, for I seek not to please myself but him who sent me.

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Josh McDowell

The New Evidence That Demands a Verdict • #18 Judge

LORD as Judge, Lawgiver, and King in one verse; Targum Isaiah cited; John 5:30 — righteous judgment

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which Old Testament reference connects to this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The New Testament fulfillment for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Isaiah declared God as judge, lawgiver, and king — the one who saves. Jesus exercises all three roles — judging justly, fulfilling the law, and reigning as king — yet always in submission to the Father.

Reflection

Savior, open my eyes to the people around me. As You fulfilled Isaiah 33:22 in John 5:30, make me faithful in small acts of love.