Zephaniah 3:17 The LORD your God in the middle of you is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over you with joy; he will rest in his love… These words are full of encouragement. I. THE EXHORTATION WHICH GOD HERE ADDRESSES TO HIS PEOPLE. They are called upon — 1. To banish every alarming apprehension. There is much to excite their anxiety. 2. To prevent faint-heartedness and lukewarmness. They were to be up and doing. II. THE GROUNDS ON WHICH THE ABOVE EXHORTATION RESTS. 1. The deliverance they were to experience. Regarding the passage as applicable to our great and glorious salvation, we are shown — (1) His ability to save. (2) His purpose to save. (3) The feelings with which He saves. 2. The consolations they were to realise. 3. The honour they were to receive. It is only for the heirs of salvation that this honour is reserved, and it is by them alone that true consolation is enjoyed. (Author of "Footsteps of Jesus.") Parallel Verses KJV: The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing. |
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