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The Role of True Confession
Commentators like Spurgeon and Calvin highlight that this verse models more than just admitting fault; it's a vital part of genuine prayer. True confession, as shown here, is the necessary background for approaching God. It involves humbly condemning oneself before God, which is the first step toward receiving His mercy and finding hope.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 14:19–22
18th Century
Theologian
A second () earnest intercession, acknowledging the wickedness of the nation, but appealing to the covenant and to God’s almighty power.
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 14:20
19th Century
Bishop
And the iniquity. —The insertion of the conjunction weakens the force of the original. The wickedness which Israel confes…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 14:20
19th Century
Preacher
He has advanced a step further now, to the confession of sin. If that is not really prayer, it always goes with it. It is the background of prayer,…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 14:20
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet here undoubtedly prescribes to the Jews the way of appeasing God. He had previously uttered a prayer, partly to reprove the people for …
John Gill
On Jeremiah 14:20
17th Century
Pastor
We acknowledge, O Lord, our wickedness, and the iniquity of our fathers This is said by the pro…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 14:17–22
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah acknowledged his own sins, and those of the people, but pleaded with the Lord to remember his covenant. In their distress none of the idol…