Isaiah 56:6
Also the sons of the stranger, that join themselves to the LORD, to serve him, and to love the name of the LORD, to be his servants, every one that keepeth the sabbath from polluting it, and taketh hold of my covenant;
ISAIAH 55:6
The call to seek the Lord while He may be found is a classic prophetic prompt: urgency in repentance and turning to God. The verse warns against delay and emphasizes the availability of God’s mercy now. It sits within a broader texture of repentance, salvation, and renewed relationship.
It underlines human responsibility in response to divine initiative. God’s gracious invitation requires a timely response; delay risks missing the opportunity to align with His redemptive work. Theologically, it highlights the tension between God’s initiative and human receptivity.
Practically, make today count. If you’ve been postponing faith commitments, take steps this week—pray, read Scripture, engage with a faith community. For families and workplaces, seize opportunities for reconciliation, confession, or acts of mercy. Don’t let busyness or skepticism keep you from responding to God.
Cross-References: Joel 2:12-13; 2 Corinthians 6:2; James 4:8; Hosea 10:12