The book of Isaiah, in chapter 1, verse 16, presents an urgent call from the prophet to the people of Israel to return to the Lord, abandon their evil and wicked practices, and purify their hearts, for they were doing evil in the sight of God.
The people were to always practice good works before the Lord, especially toward the most vulnerable; it was imperative that they cease their wickedness, because if they did not turn away, they would receive God’s just judgment.
This cry was unavoidable, for nothing escapes the Lord. Let us remember that God raised up the prophet to correct His people when they strayed from His path. Let us read Isaiah 1:16:
Wash you, make you clean; put away the evil of your doings from before mine eyes; cease to do evil;
Isaiah 1:16
Today, too, we can apply this command: many powerful people oppress the righteous, and God exhorts us to forsake all wickedness and truly purify our hearts.
For our works to be acceptable before the Lord, we must obey what this verse teaches: to wash and cleanse our minds and hearts, presenting ourselves in holiness before God.
If someone feels lost, with their heart and mind contaminated, the time has come to purify themselves and eradicate all inner evil. If they fail to do so, God’s judgment will fall upon them; however, if they heed this call, they will receive the good that the Lord promises.
