23 Thus says the Lord , " Let not a wise man boast of his wisdom , and let not the mighty man boast of his might , let not a rich man boast of his riches ; 24 but let him who boasts boast of this , that he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord who exercises lovingkindness , justice and righteousness on earth ; for I delight in these things ," declares the Lord . 25 "Behold , the days are coming ," declares the Lord , "that I will punish all who are circumcised and yet uncircumcised - 26 Egypt and Judah , and Edom and the sons of Ammon , and Moab and all those inhabiting the desert who clip the hair on their temples ; for all the nations are uncircumcised , and all the house of Israel are uncircumcised of heart ."
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Jeremiah 9:23-26
Commentary on Jeremiah 9:23-26
(Read Jeremiah 9:23-26)
In this world of sin and sorrow, ending soon in death and judgement, how foolish for men to glory in their knowledge, health, strength, riches, or in any thing which leaves them under the dominion of sin and the wrath of God! and of which an account must hereafter be rendered; it will but increase their misery. Those are the true Israel who worship God in the Spirit, rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh. Let us prize the distinction which comes from God, and will last for ever. Let us seek it diligently.