Isaiah 28:22
Now therefore be ye not mockers, lest your bands be made strong: for I have heard from the Lord GOD of hosts a consumption, even determined upon the whole earth.
ISAIAH 28:22
Now therefore be ye not mockers, lest your bands be made strong: for I have heard from the Lord GOD of hosts a consumption, even determined upon the whole earth. The warning against mockery invites sincere repentance; mocking God strengthens the very bonds that judge (bands). The “consumption” determined on the whole earth signals universal judgment and the solidity of God’s purposes. It’s a call to humility before the divine decree, recognizing that God’s plan cannot be manipulated by scoffers or by political pragmatists.
The verse emphasizes divine immutability and the seriousness of resisting God’s word. It reinforces the biblical truth that God’s purposes remain intact despite human scorn, and that judgment is tied to covenant faithfulness. It also functions as a mercy plea: stop mocking; align with the Lord.
If you’ve been belittling or rationalizing away God’s message, this verse invites a turning point. Choose humility, seek repentance, and re-align your life with God’s will. In daily life, avoid cynical or dismissive attitudes toward spiritual truth; instead, cultivate teachability and accountability.
Cross-References: Psalm 2:4-6; Romans 11:22; James 4:6-10; 1 Corinthians 1:20-25; Hebrews 10:31