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The Word is an expression of God’s power. Through the Word, God created the universe; thanks to the Word, everything exists today. But the primary sphere in which the power of the Word is manifested is the human soul. The salvation of the soul and the building up of the Church are God’s primary purposes in the universe. The Word is the primary instrument through which He accomplishes this. The prophet Isaiah explains how this happens.

God infinitely surpasses human beings in His nature and in His capabilities. As bearers of God’s image and likeness, human beings can think, draw conclusions, and act, but they cannot even come close to matching God’s mind and abilities. Therefore, we cannot accurately judge God’s plans and actions. We cannot claim to fully understand God’s actions. But we can trust them, relying on God’s love, His wisdom, and His faithfulness.

Continuing his address to the people of Judah in chapter 55, the prophet Isaiah calls on them to seek the Lord. In order to come to God, to listen to His Word, and to partake of His goodness, the soul must first begin to seek Him.

Why must we seek the Lord? What does it mean to seek the Lord? Why should we seek the Lord? We will attempt to answer these questions in this sermon.

Human life is full of difficulties and problems. Even after finding salvation and becoming part of God’s family, we continue to live in the midst of an ocean of sorrows and various trials. But believers—those saved by Christ—have a tremendous advantage. Jesus Christ has given them a firm foundation and an unshakable hope. The guarantee of this hope is God’s covenant, established by the Son on the cross at Calvary. Isaiah calls this covenant a covenant of peace and mercy—two key attributes of God’s character that each of us needs.