Isaiah 44:21-22 (ESV Strong's)
The Lord Redeems Israel
Remember these things, O Jacob,
and Israel, for you are my servant;
I formed you; you are my servant;
O Israel, you will not be forgotten by me.
I have blotted out your transgressions like a cloud
and your sins like mist;
return to me, for I have redeemed you.
Subject: Salvation
Is there any truth in the world of education, science, industry or all of mankind that can compare to the above verses? God tells Judah, "I have blotted out your transgressions like a cloud and your sins like mist." No quotes from Socrates, Einstein, or any other famous and brilliant person can carry the weight and gravity of Isaiah's words, above. God has chooses to forgive sin!! That is a blessed thought. We live in such guilt and shame due to our sin, yet God "blots" it out!! What more can be said. The essence of God's plan is the forgiveness of man and his restoration to God. In the last sentence above, Isaiah wants Israel to "return to me." The purpose of forgiveness is not mere relief from judgment, guilt and/or shame. The purpose of forgiveness is restoration of fellowship that was lost in the garden when Adam sinned. Remember, up until sin, Adam and God walked together in the garden. After sin, God came walking and Adam went hiding. Forgiveness is intended for restoration. Our pardon is meant to precede our return. Salvation will ultimately lead to Glorification.
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