#5 “THE NATION OF ISAIAH” FOCUS ON CHRISTIAN LEADER SOLEMN ISAIAH 1:18

#5 THE NATION OF ISAIAH
SCRIPTURE PORTRAITS WHICH RELATE TO AMERICA

WE ZERO IN ON AN AUTHENTIC ISAIAH 1:18 (MEANING : RELATIONSHIP RESPECT) NON BERATING AMERICA

“Come now, and let us reason together,

saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow;

though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.” ISAIAH 1:18

ONE: READ ISAIAH 58 which I describe as an “other centric” Aka ” RELATIONSHIP FAST” which serves The Most High God as much as any food fast. (when, as, if HE gives it to you)

TWO: HOW DID GOD VALUE, RESPECT, PRECISELY “ACT “REACT” “INTERACT WITH” “BEHAVE” TOWARD ADAM IN GENESIS 3 after He recognized that as Head of Home, Planet and Family, His first born creation MAN had sinned and eaten the fruit (pleasing Eve rather than submitting to please the Creator Father) thereby WRECKING God’s Entire PURELY ORGANIC Earthly, Planetary, intended as FOREVER “GAME PLAN?”

THREE: BEING A TYPE OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRY ” HEAVEN’S ADVOCATE:” In light of the MANY who berate MANY atypical, Christian, secular and gender( almost EVERY Other) others. One may point out that the ISAIAH 1:18 mentioned below is valid today. And it comes in Isaiah AFTER Genesis 18 and 19 Sodom and Gomorrah.

God made imperfect “human valuable persons’ NOT sinful objects. RELATE (using human compassion, genuine accepting basic kindness, real respect) FIRST without Bible thumping accuser pressure (THIS DOES NOT MEAN that one can “trust” but YOU are trustworthy for THEM to feel GOOD about THEMSELVES and YOU.”** (**WHY?? for other human persons are able to “perceptively, inner ” READ” US.. !!)

Bible great example:

See the keenly perceptive wise psalmist (which is not thought to be King David, but Isaiah during Hezekiah’s time) moan about “others” Psalm 123:3-4:
“Have mercy upon us, O Lord, have mercy upon us: for we are exceedingly filled with contempt; Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that area at ease, and with the contempt of the proud”

ALSO …NO KNEE JERK REACTIONS “My own mission has been to deliver the Accusing BIG JERK out of KNEE JERK reactions” Non Debater Sister T See “No Debate Policy” above on every website home page.

FOUR: MINISTRY COMPASSION on every kind of persons (as in noting their very possible BIG “BACKSTORY” means Empathy, mature understanding = JESUS REAL LOVING RESPECT” **

** NOTE TO THE CHRISTIAN HYPER: Showing JESUS CHRIST RESPECT is not “condoning, endorsing or compromising” IT IS THE LOWEST REAL LIFE LEVEL OF “AUTHENTICALLY” REPRESENTING THE LOVING MESSIAH, THE MATURE LEADER CHRIST.

FIVE: THIS GENUINE”RELATIONSHIP RESPECT” is the keynote to this Body of Christ solemn Cross Body Unity type of Ministry. So it applies to ALL tribes, nations, religious viewpoints, ages, colors, vibes, looks, choice, preferred lifestyles, sizes, generations, politics, education, incomes, social strata, fame or without, ETC

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MEGA POINT: “Come now let us reason “

“COME” Denotes MEETING, TO WORK THINGS OUT, RELATING .TO HEAR THE OTHER PERSONS VALUABLE POINTS ( 2 persons,members of family, groups or ministers)
“NOW” without self serving avoidance, withstanding delay, ducking, avoiding, preventive posturing, procrastination, putting it off, using accusing gossip, media, rumors and “believing the evil report” to conserve personal time, strength so as to avoid “someone’s baggage”)
3. “REASON” to respect another enough to CARE about them in a relationship valuing form. And to be Galatians 6:1/Matthew 18:15 potentially, submitted to Paul and Matthew. “Reason does not mean “diatribe” to ‘try to win” “to prove your own point” and or to “get close enough to lecture, debate, control” PS It is humble

4.“TOGETHER” a meeting between to opinions, cares, views “Pauline Galatians 6:1, Matthew 18;15 “in person, in private and with RESPECT”

Come Now, and Let Us Reason Together: Isaiah 1:18 in Light of True Christian Respect

HOW DO WE WHO REPRESENT MESSIAH CHRIST “COMMUNICATE”

1. Among ourselves

2. Before the Nation

3. Before the Globe using Christian Media

WONDERING(AMERICAN LEADER)

Modern Christian leader, parent, neighbor, minister, media leader WHO ARE WE ROLE MODELING: The mean ACCUSER or the MESSIAH “who would not Judge by the sight of His eyes nor make decision based on what He heard” SEE ISAIAH 11:2-3

TAVEAU’S POINTS: “LISTEN” TO THE TONES, USE OF METHODS, AND MEDIA

The Call to Respectful Dialogue in Ministry

Isaiah 1:18 (KJV) declares:

“Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”

This verse is often quoted in the context of God’s willingness to forgive. However, when viewed through the lens of modern Christian ministry and interpersonal relationships, it speaks volumes about the need for respect, dialogue, and genuine engagement rather than accusation, public shaming, or distant condemnation.

Respect Over Religious Accusation

Many local ministries, online voices, and religious leaders have embraced a practice of public condemnation, accusation, and Bible-thumping rather than engagement, reasoning, and relationship. Instead of following the biblical model of direct, respectful confrontation (Matthew 18:15, Galatians 6:1), they choose to sit afar, making assumptions and declarations about individuals they have never met.

Yet, Isaiah 1:18 does not depict an angry, berating God. Instead, it presents a relational, reasoning, and inviting God—one who calls His people into dialogue. The Lord’s approach is neither forceful nor condemning; rather, it is an invitation to come and reason together.

If God Himself, the Righteous Judge, invites sinners to dialogue and restoration, should we not do the same?

Isaiah 1:18 and the Apostolic Mandate for Respect

While Isaiah’s words are from the Old Testament, they align perfectly with the apostolic commands given in the New Testament.

Galatians 6:1 – “Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”
- This verse does not endorse public shaming or accusations but commands restoration through a spirit of meekness.
Matthew 18:15 – “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.”
- The biblical model is direct and private, not public and accusatory.

Isaiah’s words support these principles: God calls individuals into relationship-based resolution, not distant, detached vilification. This is the heart of true Christian respect.

The Danger of Remote Accusations and Bible-Thumping Judgment

Far too often, ministries and leaders assume authority to call out, label, and shame others without personal knowledge, dialogue, or relationship. Terms like “Jezebel,” “witch,” “false prophet,” and “heretic” are hurled at fellow believers without due process or biblical confrontation. This behavior directly contradicts the invitation of Isaiah 1:18 and the apostolic commands of the New Testament.

When Jesus confronted sinners, He did so relationally, with understanding and grace. He spoke with the woman at the well (John 4) rather than condemning her from a distance. He invited Zacchaeus to dine with Him (Luke 19) rather than shouting rebukes from afar.

In contrast, Pharisees condemned without relationship—a pattern that Jesus Himself rebuked.

A Higher Standard: Valuing Relationship and Respect

Isaiah 1:18 is not a verse of attack but of invitation. The heart of God is to reason together, to engage, to listen, and to restore. As Christ’s ambassadors, we must follow this model.

Practical Applications:

Before rebuking someone, ask: Have I met them? Have I spoken to them personally?
Follow the biblical order of confrontation—private before public.
Refuse to engage in name-calling, gossip, or social media accusations.
Remember that correction without love and relationship leads to rebellion, not restoration.
Model Christ’s approach—inviting conversation, not declaring condemnation from afar.

In a time when division and public shaming have become the norm, let us return to the heart of God’s invitation: “Come now, and let us reason together.” A ministry that reflects the respect, dialogue, and patience of Christ is one that truly honors Him.

Conclusion

A true Christlike ministry does not thrive on accusation but on engagement, relationship, and restoration. Isaiah 1:18 challenges us to reason, not revile—to restore, not to reject. Let us be known not as religious judges but as Christ’s ambassadors, speaking the truth in love, in relationship, and in respect.

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