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God's Unchanging Word
Commentators stress the phrase "for the mouth of the Lord hath spoken it." This isn't an empty threat from a human prophet but a declaration from God Himself. John Calvin notes this is meant to awaken people from their complacency, reminding them that God's judgments are certain and His purpose is unchangeable. When God speaks, it will come to pass.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 1:20
18th Century
Theologian
But if you refuse, you shall be devoured with the sword — Your enemies shall come in and lay waste the land.
This prediction…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 1:20
19th Century
Preacher
But if ye refuse and rebel, ye shall be devoured with the sword: for the mouth of the LORD hath spoken it.
So the Lord has mercy in …
John Calvin
On Isaiah 1:20
16th Century
Theologian
But if you refuse and rebel. The wicked always think that the severity of the punishment is greater than their guilt, even though the Lord…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 1:20
17th Century
Pastor
But if you refuse and rebel
The Targum is, "and do not receive my Word"; the Messiah, when come, neither his person,…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 1:16–20
17th Century
Minister
Not only feel sorrow for the sin committed, but break off the practice. We must be doing, not stand idle. We must be doing the good the Lord our Go…