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A Common Feeling of Inadequacy
Commentators highlight that Jeremiah's hesitation is a classic response from those called by God. Like Moses, Isaiah, and Peter, Jeremiah felt overwhelmed and unqualified. His cry, "I cannot speak; for I am a child," reflects a deep sense of personal weakness in the face of a divine mission, a feeling many believers can relate to when facing God's call.
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 1:6
18th Century
Theologian
There is no resistance on Jeremiah’s part, but he shrinks back alarmed.
I cannot speak—that is, “I cannot prophesy,” I do no…
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 1:6
19th Century
Bishop
Ah, Lord God! — A better rendering is, Alas, O Lord Jehovah! as it corresponds to the Hebrew Adonai Jehovah.
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 1:4–6
19th Century
Preacher
He was only young, and when young men are called to be ambassadors for God, they ought to feel the weight of the responsibility that rests upon the…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 1:6–7
16th Century
Theologian
After speaking of his call, the Prophet adds that he initially refused his office, and he states this for two reasons. First, so that he might clea…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 1:6
17th Century
Pastor
Then said I, Ah, Lord God!
&c.] The word (hha) , "Ah", or "Ahah", is used in distress an…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 1:1–10
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah's early call to the work and office of a prophet is stated. He was to be a prophet, not only to the Jews but also to the neighbouring nati…