Isaiah 44:22 is a powerful declaration of God’s grace, promising that He has “swept away” the sins of His people like a vanishing cloud and urging them to “return” because redemption is already accomplished. It emphasizes that God initiates forgiveness and restoration despite human rebellion. Key Aspects of the Explanation: Metaphor of Clouds/Mist: Sins are compared to thick clouds or morning mist that hide the sky (God's presence). As the sun and wind dissipate these, God entirely erases the guilt, not just covering it up. "I Have Redeemed Thee": This phrase implies the price of sin has already been paid—God has bought back His people from bondage. It uses past tense to signify a guaranteed, finished work. "Return to Me": Because redemption is secured, the call is to return to a relationship with God, rather than returning so that He might redeem them. Context: While addressed to Israel concerning their exile and return, it serves as a universal promise of God’s, offering a clean slate and restoration to those who have wandered or fallen into sin. 🙏💝😇 #I have redeemed thee. 🙏💝😇 #🙏கோவில்