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The sacrifice made by the wicked is an abomination to Yahweh, But the prayer of the upright is his delight.
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God Values Heart Over Ritual
Commentators stress that religious acts, even costly and divinely appointed ones, are an "abomination" to God if they come from a wicked or insincere heart. God is not impressed by external shows of devotion; He desires a loving, obedient heart that has turned from sin.
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19th Century
Anglican
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord.— And their prayers also (Isaiah 1:11). The worthle…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The sacrifice of the wicked [is] an abomination to the Lord , &c.] Even those sacrifices which were of divine appointment…
Presbyterian
The wicked put other things instead of Christ's atonement, or in place of holy obedience. Praying graces are his gift, and the work of his Spirit, …
