Isaiah 50 shows that Israel's exile is not due to lack of strength on God's behalf or of God's lack of care, but it was due to Israel's sin. The messianic servant is attentive to God's teaching: "He wakens me morning by morning wakening my ear to listen like one being taught". The servant is submissive: "I offered by back to those who beat me... I did not hide my face from mocking and spitting". However the servant has set his face like flint and feels sure he will not be shamed. "It is the Sovereign Lord who helps me". The chapter concludes challenging people to trust the Lord even if they walk in darkness, but warns that those who create their own light will be judged.
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