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Isaiah 1:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

"Come now, let's talk this through together," says the LORD. "Even though your sins are blood-red like scarlet, I will make them as white as snow. Even though they are deep red like crimson, I will make them as clean as white wool."

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is inviting His people to come and discuss their relationship with Him, promising that no matter how deep their sins are, He can completely cleanse and forgive them.

📚 Historical Context

Isaiah spoke these words during the reign of King Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah of Judah, around 740-680 BC. The nation of Judah had turned away from God through idolatry, injustice, and empty religious rituals. This invitation comes in the middle of God's judgment speech, offering hope and restoration to a rebellious people.

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