“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow.; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. Isaiah 1:18
In ancient times, the colors scarlet and crimson were fast. If you have ever washed your whitie tighties with a red sweater, you know you are doomed to wear pink undies into the foreseeable future. A number of products promise to restore your unmentionables to pristine perfection, but the scar of red tint is never completely gone. Nothing was different in Biblical times. These words illustrate that only God’s miraculous power can make things new.
Humans are born with the urge to have their own way at any and every cost! Isaiah begins his call as a prophet with a vision that shows just how badly man has drifted away from the One who created them in His own image. These entitled covenant people offered platitudes through meaningless prayers and sacrifice. They practice empty worship thinking they will fool God by camouflaging their hearts. How offensive to the One who designed them to live in peace and joy at no expense except obedience. Yet, He is ever willing to intervene for man’s corrupted heart and wash away the stain and scar of sin.
God says to Isaiah, “Come now, let’s put this to rest!” Those who continue in their disrespect and sin will be removed from the presence of God, those whose hope and trust is in the LORD will be saved.
Have a Terrific Thursday!
Gretchen