Sin separates God’s people from him and leaves them powerless, but when they confess their desperate condition, the LORD himself comes as warrior and Redeemer.

God’s glory rises upon his people, draws the nations home, transforms the ruined city, and becomes their everlasting light.

The Spirit-anointed Messiah proclaims grace, restores the ruined city, gives his people new names, and calls them to pray until his salvation shines.

The divine warrior comes alone to judge evil and redeem his people, so that salvation is secured and wickedness is finally destroyed.

When God seems distant, his people remember his mercy, confess their sin, and plead for him to come down and save.