Translations
Original
Notes
Let the wicked man forsake his way and … return to the LORD: True conversion means changing how we live to follow God's rules (see Isaiah 1:16–17; 30:15; 59:20).
have compassion: God's compassion reaches those in need, wherever they are.
He will freely pardon: Forgiveness of sin is key to the good news of redemption (see Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:14; see also Psalms 32:1; 86:5; 99:8; 103:2–5).
The prophet calls for a response while the time is right.
This final chapter of the prophecies of comfort (Isaiah 40–55) summarizes the section’s main themes:
Blessing
Covenant
Witness
Word
Nations
Glory
Forgiveness
Joy
This is an invitation to participate in the restoration to God’s favor made possible through the ministry of the promised servant.
Isaiah Compassionate Healer God’s Servant Returning to the Lord Salvation in Isaiah Seeking the Lord
Events
- Prophecies of Isaiahc. 759 BC
Glossary
Topics
Church: Prophecies Concerning Prosperity of Conversion: Exhortations To God: Mercy of God's Forgiveness Jesus, the Christ: Unclassified Prophecies Concerning the Kingdom of Pardon is Granted: Abundantly Repentance: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Salvation: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Seekers: General Scriptures Concerning Sin: Forgiveness of The Mercy of God: Manifested: To Repentant Sinners