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The Sin of Taking God for Granted
All commentators agree that the central sin described is a profound lack of gratitude. The people of Judah received God's consistent, life-sustaining gifts—the timely rains and the protected harvest season—but failed to connect these blessings to the Giver. Scholars like John Calvin describe this as an inexcusable 'senselessness,' as they were blind to the daily evidence of God's faithful provision, which should have led them to fear and worship Him.
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Jeremiah
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Albert Barnes
On Jeremiah 5:20–31
18th Century
Theologian
They sin against the God:
- Of Creation (Jeremiah 5:22), and
- Of Providence (Jeremiah 5:24).
Charles Ellicott
On Jeremiah 5:24
19th Century
Bishop
The Lord our God, that gives rain ... —In the climate of Palestine, as it is now, there are not two distinct rainy season…
Charles Spurgeon
On Jeremiah 5:24
19th Century
Preacher
Though God gives timely and suitable seasons for the growth and gathering of the grain—rain when it is needed to aid the springing up of the blade,…
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 5:24
16th Century
Theologian
The Prophet, in other words, proves here that the Jews had been justly charged with perverseness: he says that it did not come to their mi…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 5:24
17th Century
Pastor
Neither say in their heart It came not into their mind, they never once thought of it, namely, of what follows, <…
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 5:19–31
17th Century
Minister
Unhumbled hearts are ready to charge God with being unjust in their afflictions. But they can read their sin in their punishment. If people inquire…