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Salvation Prompts Praise
Hezekiah's immediate response to his healing is a declaration of praise. Commentators note that his deliverance was not a result of human effort but solely from God, who was described as "ready" and "prompt" to save. This highlights that our salvation and deliverance are gifts of God's power and kindness, prompting a response of gratitude.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 38:20
18th Century
Theologian
The Lord was ready to save me — He was prompt, quick to save me. He did not hesitate or delay.
Therefore we will sing…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 38:20
19th Century
Bishop
Was ready. — Better, as fitting in with the praise and hope of the close of the prayer, is ready.
We will …
John Calvin
On Isaiah 38:20
16th Century
Theologian
Jehovah to save me. He acknowledges that he was delivered, not by the help or efforts of men, but solely by the kindness of God. The rende…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 38:20
17th Century
Pastor
The Lord was ready to save me Or, "the Lord to save me {y}"; he was at hand to save him; he was both able and willing to …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 38:9–22
17th Century
Minister
Here we have Hezekiah's thanksgiving. It is good for us to remember the mercies we receive in sickness. Hezekiah records the condition he was in. H…