Isaiah 65:3

"I have spread out my hands all day to a rebellious people, who walk in a way that is not good, after their own thoughts;"

Key Reflection

Isaiah portrays God's persistent and patient efforts to reach a rebellious people through his continuous invitations and entreaties. Despite their disobedience and self-centered ways, God extends his hands in love and forgiveness, symbolizing his unwavering commitment to reconciliation even when met with rejection.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

A people -This verse contains a specification of the reasons why God had rejected them, and brought the calamities upon them. That provoketh me to anger -That is, by their sins. They give constant occasion for my indignation. Continually -(תמידtâmı̂yd). It is not once merely, but their conduct as a people is constantly such as to excite my displeasure. To my face -There is no attempt at concealment. Their abominations are public. It is always regarded as an additional affront when an offence is committed in the very presence of another, and when there is not even the apology that it was supposed he did not see the offender.

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