How can Isaiah 65:1 inspire us to respond to God's call today? Setting the Scene Isaiah 65:1: “I revealed Myself to those who did not ask for Me; I was found by those who did not seek Me. To a nation that did not call My name, I said: ‘Here am I, here am I.’” Key Truth in Isaiah 65:1 • God is the Initiator—He makes Himself known before we even think to seek Him. • His invitation is universal—extended even to those outside Israel. • The double call “Here am I, here am I” underscores urgency and warmth. Lessons for Today • God still breaks into indifferent hearts; no one is beyond His reach (Luke 19:10). • If He pursued us while we were uninterested, how much more should we respond now that we hear His voice (Romans 5:8)? • Our lack of prior interest never disqualifies us from His present grace. Ways to Respond Now • Acknowledge His prior pursuit—thank Him for revealing Himself first. • Say “Here am I” back to Him: – Surrender stubborn areas of life. – Offer time, talents, and resources for kingdom work. • Share His pursuing love with those who “do not seek” today. • Cultivate readiness to listen—daily Scripture meditation and obedience (James 1:22). Supporting Scriptures • Romans 10:20—Paul cites Isaiah 65:1 to show God’s outreach to the Gentiles. • John 6:44—“No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him.” • Revelation 3:20—Christ stands at the door and knocks, awaiting our response. • John 12:32—Jesus will “draw all men” to Himself. Takeaway The God who once cried, “Here am I, here am I,” still calls. Because He sought us first, we can—and must—answer promptly, gratefully, and wholeheartedly. |
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