What does Isaiah 59:1 mean?

Isaiah 59:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Isaiah 59:1 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear:

1Behold, the LORD'S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear:

2But your iniquities have separated between you and your God, and your sins have hid his face from you, that he will not hear.

3For your hands are defiled with blood, and your fingers with iniquity; your lips have spoken lies, your tongue hath muttered perverseness.

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