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I will make with them a covenant of peace, and will cause evil animals to cease out of the land; and they shall dwell securely in the wilderness, and sleep in the woods.
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The Covenant of Peace
Commentators explain that the 'covenant of peace' is not a mere political treaty but the new covenant of grace established by God through Christ. John Gill notes this covenant was made with Christ from eternity to bring reconciliation. It is a promise made specifically to the rescued flock—the lost, sick, and broken—assuring them of God's restorative peace.
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Ezekiel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Yahweh, having promised to be a Ruler of His people, the administration of the divine kingdom is now described as carried on by One King, the repre…
19th Century
Baptist
And they shall dwell safely in the wilderness, and sleep in the woods. And I will make them and the places round about my hill a blessing; and …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And I will make with them a covenant of peace, Such the covenant of grace is, made with Christ from everlasting; in which…
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