111 This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord:
111 The word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord:
111 The Message that came to Jeremiah from God:
111 The word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord, saying,
111 The Lord gave another message to Jeremiah. He said,
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Jeremiah 11:1
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.