30 "Therefore, I will judge each of you, OÂ people of Israel, according to your actions, says the Sovereign Lord . Repent, and turn from your sins. Don't let them destroy you! 31 Put all your rebellion behind you, and find yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, OÂ people of Israel? 32 I don't want you to die, says the Sovereign Lord . Turn back and live!
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ezekiel 18:30-32
Commentary on Ezekiel 18:30-32
(Read Ezekiel 18:30-32)
The Lord will judge each of the Israelites according to his ways. On this is grounded an exhortation to repent, and to make them a new heart and a new spirit. God does not command what cannot be done, but admonishes us to do what is in our power, and to pray for what is not. Ordinances and means are appointed, directions and promises are given, that those who desire this change may seek it from God.