After several generations of captivity in Babylon, the tone of Isaiah’s prophecies shifted dramatically. The sun is just breaking forth where there has only been sad darkness; where there’s only been doom and condemnation, there is hope and beauty. The poetry this part of the Bible is the most sublime in all Hebrew literature.
Today’s text is the startling offer of gracious hospitality. God’s love comes in terms of a place of welcome … generous food and drink for sustenance … warmth and rest. Some have been raised on God’s judgment and punishment. It’s time to reframe our condition in light of God’s amazing love.
