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Seek Yahweh, and you shall live; lest he break out like fire in the house of Joseph, and it devour, and there be none to quench it in Bethel.
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A Sincere Offer of Life
Commentators emphasize that 'Seek the Lord, and you shall live' is a sincere and merciful invitation from God. It's not merely a command but a promise of life to those who turn to Him. Scholars like Calvin and Barnes note that God proactively offers this reconciliation, showing that the gate of mercy is open. The blame for perishing, therefore, lies with those who willfully reject this gracious offer.
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Amos
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Seek ye the Lord and ye shall live - Literally, seek the Lord and live; being united to Him, the Fountain of life. He impr…
19th Century
Anglican
Repent, lest he rush down like fire on the house of Joseph (i.e., the Northern Kingdom). For “in Bethel” read “for Bethel.” Let t…
Baptist
Here you have another great truth—that, in order to seek God correctly, we must turn away from sin. All the ritualism in the world will not save us…
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16th Century
Protestant
Amos here again exhorts the Israelites to repentance. This address was common to all, though the greater part, as we have said, were altogether pas…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Seek the Lord, and you shall live
This is, repeated to stir up unto it, because of their backwardness and slothful…
The convincing, awakening word must be heard and heeded, as well as words of comfort and peace; for whether we listen or disregard it, the word of …
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