SO DON’T WORRY I

I have been considering some things from Isaiah 41.
Albert Barnes (1798-1870) theologian and commentator says that, like chapter 40, this chapter “is to be considered as addressed to the exile Jews in Babylon, near the close of their captivity. Their country, city, and temple had been laid waste. The prophet represents himself as bringing consolation to them in this situation; particularly by the assurance that their long captivity was about to end; that they were about to be restored to their own land, and that their trials were to be succeeded by brighter and happier times.” (They were captive 70 years)

In Isaiah 41, the prophet tries to bring reality and then consolation to the Jews:

“So don’t worry, because I am with you.
 Don’t be afraid, because I am your God.
I will make you strong and will help you;
I will support you with my right hand that saves you.”
(41:10)

The Lord is promising a way of escape and provision as the people return from Babylon (50 miles south of current Bagdad, Iraq to Jerusalem, about 600 miles)

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Jesus