Jeremiah 26:12-15 Then spoke Jeremiah to all the princes and to all the people, saying… I. AN APPEAL TO CONSCIENCE. The message repeated in its baldest form. Its genuineness insisted upon, and its reception earnestly urged upon men. A high moral standpoint is maintained, and there is no compromise or apology. He stands at the bar of human conscience. II. OBEDIENCE TO LAWFUL AUTHORITY. He hands himself over to them to deal with him as they will; is careful to state his case as God gives him ability; and appeals to no unlawful means of deliverance. III. REFERENCE OF THE WHOLE MATTER TO GOD. God sent him - that is sufficient. He has been faithful to his instructions; is really not to be judged by man, but leaves all with God. - M. Parallel Verses KJV: Then spake Jeremiah unto all the princes and to all the people, saying, The LORD sent me to prophesy against this house and against this city all the words that ye have heard. |
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