“The Gentiles shall see your righteousness, And all kings your glory.” (Isaiah 62:2)

Isaiah 62:2 reveals the heart and motives of Jesus as Bridegroom, King, and Judge. His heart is selflessly given and moved towards the redemption of his people. There is no selfish vindication to be found. Rather, he desires to invite others into the fellowship of his blessedness. His plans and work assures Israel that all the nations will see her righteousness. God promised Abraham that his descendants would form a great nation (saved, excellent, righteous nation is implied), that they would inherit the land of Israel (dwelling in peace and safety), that through Israel all nations would be blessed (The Kingdom of Jesus will rule out of Jerusalem), and these promises were made to Abraham (resurrection implied). (Gen. 17:1-8) Though the nation remains apostate, having rejected their Messiah, Jesus is faithful to bring forth his promises to her, to never forget her until Israel shines with glory in the end.

This manifests in his heart as a bridegroom who refuses to forget his covenant through the worst of circumstances. This manifests in his heart as a king who takes responsibility for his creation and who will not relent until he reigns over Israel according to his promises. Upon Israel’s demand of a King (Saul) God provided David who would ultimately end in the reign of King Jesus. His kindness sets up our failures to work towards our success. This manifests in his heart as Judge as he carefully cuts true Israel from apostate Israel (“not all Israel is Israel” Rm. 9:6) in a way that preserves the most glory, as the following verse shows, “You shall also be a crown of glory In the hand of the Lord, And a royal diadem In the hand of your God.” (v. 3b) What is a ring without a diamond or a crown without jewels? Israel is made beautiful through his judgements. Even the devil serves his purposes towards greater glory coming forth in his redemptive plans. His heart and ways can be trusted, they are from the beginning worked in all of his “wisdom and prudence” (Eph. 1:8)