55:1
The previous chapter has painted a picture of great restoration for very needy people, seeming to offer something that is beyond hope. For people in that situation, the natural reaction is “how can this be?”, “how can we pay possibly pay for this?” The Lord’s response is to invite those who are thirsty and have no money. Ie people who have great need but no means of dealing with that need. We are called to come and buy without money and cost. Our inability to pay is totally irrelevant, for the Lord Himself has paid the price.
55:2
We do put much effort into all sorts of things. If we look at governments we will see them devoting great resources to trying to sort out society’s problems, but all to no effect. As individuals we will often do the same. Instead we should listen to the Lord, for He will give us the richest of fare, He will gives us food that truly satisfies.
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