[The Glory Unveiled]
“Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD, “Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool.[ Isaiah 1:18 NKJV ]
What kind of love is this, that God would chase after condemned sinners, beckoning them to come and talk things out? The fatherly and caring nature of God shows that He cares for us more than we could ever care for ourselves. God assures us of forgiveness even before we ask for it. Often, in resolving conflicts, the one who offends takes the initiative to ensure peace. But in the case of humanity and God, even though humanity was in the wrong, God took the initiative ahead of humanity to establish peace. Man made many attempts to return to God but to no avail. When Jesus came to live on earth, it should have been clear to us that, by our own strength, we can do nothing to please God. Unfortunately, to this day, there are still those who try to please God by their own means and merit. Even before Jesus came, the Father called on us to reason with Him. This means we are to see from His perspective that we cannot do it by ourselves. God calls us to understand that only He can change us and make us new. From before the book of Isaiah was written, to the time it was written, and ever since, God has been trying to get us to believe Him and see things from His viewpoint. Today, God is saying, “Come, let’s reason together.” God is inviting us into a union with Himself. Will you answer the call?
Prayer_Bead: Heavenly father, thank you for calling out to me. I am changed as I draw near to you.
Wisdom_Quote: The call of God is a call into common union with Him.
#GNews: Unveiling the glory of God.