Introduction: There are certain “special” times in our CHRISTian journey that Jesus seems nearer. I love those times. However, the CHRISTian life is not a 40 yard dash. Instead, it’s a marathon… plus!

Yet, Isaiah spoke to Israel about those special times in our devotion today.

1. Seeking the Lord while He May be found! (Isa 55:6)

“6Seek ye the LORD while he may be found.”

The Hebrew word for “seek” is דָּרַשׁ: (daw-rash’), which means to resort to, seek. In other words this is purposeful, intentional, or to put it another way, deliberate. Are you resorting to be deliberate in “seeking” the Lord? Make a choice today.

“…call ye upon him while he is near.”

Interesting to note, the word “call” can mean to read. In other words, read what the Lord is doing. Speaking of “near,” James reminds us to go closer – near – to God and He will get closer to us. What a fantastic thought!

“7Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.”

Here is a great promise… Yahweh (Israel’s God – and ours) will have compassion on those that turn back to Him. Not only will He show compassion but He will also forgive. Do you need forgiveness?

Conclusion: Are you seeking the Lord? Are you calling upon Him? Are you willing to return to Him for pardon? God will keep His promises.