Jeremiah 11:9
9 And the Lord said to me, There is an evil design at work among the men of Judah and the people of Jerusalem.
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9 And the Lord said to me, There is an evil design at work among the men of Judah and the people of Jerusalem.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Jeremiah 11:9
Commentary on Jeremiah 11:1-10
(Read Jeremiah 11:1-10)
God never promised to bestow blessings on his rational creatures, while they persist in wilful disobedience. Pardon and acceptance are promised freely to all believers; but no man can be saved who does not obey the command of God to repent, to believe in Christ, to separate from sin and the world, to choose self-denial and newness of life. In general, men will hearken to those who speak of doctrines, promises, and privileges; but when duties are mentioned, they will not bend their ear.