Isaiah 55:7 Meaning
Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
Context Explained
5Behold, thou shalt call a nation that thou knowest not, and nations that knew not thee shall run unto thee because of the LORD thy God, and for the Holy One of Israel; for he hath glorified thee.
6Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near:
7Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
8For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
9For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Chronicles 7:14
Both verses emphasize the importance of turning from wickedness for divine mercy.
Ephesians 2:4-5
These verses highlight God's rich mercy and grace in forgiving sins.
Acts 3:19
The call to repentance and refreshing from the Lord is echoed here.
Source: Isaiah 55:7