The Servant isn’t the Savior, a sinner redeemed by Christ
The Hidden Servant of Isaiah: A Mortal Redeemed to Prepare the Way Introduction Throughout ancient scripture, a mysterious figure is foretold—one whose mission is essential to the final gathering of Israel and the restoration of divine order on earth. Known as the Davidic Servant or the servant of Jehovah, this individual is described as a mortal man chosen by Jehovah (Jesus Christ) to act in His hands. Unlike Jehovah, who is without sin, the servant is depicted as a man born into sin who must be redeemed before fulfilling his divine mission. This crucial distinction not only separates the servant from Jehovah but also emphasizes his role as a mortal messenger, acting on behalf of the Savior to prepare the world for His return. While some of the prophecies in Isaiah are about Jehovah Himself—or can be interpreted as dual prophecies that apply both to Jehovah and the servant—it is clear that many of the servant passages refer to a mortal man distinct from Jesus Christ. This becomes evid...