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For I will take away the names of the Baals out of her mouth, and they shall no more be mentioned by their name.
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God's Sovereign Grace
Commentators emphasize that the removal of idols is a direct act of God's grace. The verse says, "I will take away," highlighting that true spiritual cleansing and the ability to abandon our former "Baals" (idols) is not just a matter of human willpower but a gift from God who gives us a new heart and spirit.
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Hosea
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For I will take away the names of Baalim out of her mouth - It is, then, of grace. He does not only promise the ceasing of idolatry…
19th Century
Baptist
For I will take away the names of Baalim out of her mouth, and they shall no more be remembered by their name.
Oh, the love of God! …
16th Century
Protestant
In this verse the Prophet more clearly unfolds what he said before: that there would be a new mind in the people, so that they would worship God pu…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For I will take away the names of Baalim out of her mouth , &c.] Out of the mouth of Israel, as Saadiah; out of the mouth…
After these judgments the Lord would deal with Israel more gently. By the promise of rest in Christ we are invited to take His yoke upon us; and th…
