Isaiah 32:2
Isaiah 32:2 in Multiple Translations
Each will be like a shelter from the wind, a refuge from the storm, like streams of water in a dry land, like the shadow of a great rock in an arid land.
And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land.
And a man shall be as a hiding-place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest, as streams of water in a dry place, as the shade of a great rock in a weary land.
And a man will be as a safe place from the wind, and a cover from the storm; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shade of a great rock in a waste land.
Each one will be like a shelter from the wind, like a protection from the storm, like rivers of water in the dry desert, like the shade of a large rock in a sun-baked land.
And that man shall bee as an hiding place from the winde, and as a refuge for the tempest: as riuers of water in a drie place, and as the shadowe of a great rocke in a weary land.
And each hath been as a hiding-place [from] wind, And as a secret hiding-place [from] inundation, As rivulets of waters in a dry place, As a shadow of a heavy rock in a weary land.
A man shall be as a hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the storm, as streams of water in a dry place, as the shade of a large rock in a weary land.
And a man shall be as a hiding-place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as streams of water in a dry place, as the shade of a great rock in a weary land.
And a man shall be as when one is hid from the wind, and hideth himself from a storm, as rivers of waters in drought, and the shadow of a rock that standeth out in a desert land.
Each of them will be like [MET] a shelter from the wind and a ◄refuge/place to be protected► from the storm. They will be like [SIM] streams of water in the desert, like the shade under a huge rock in a very hot and dry land.
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Isaiah 32:2 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/הָיָה
אִ֥ישׁ
כְּ/מַֽחֲבֵא
ר֖וּחַ
וְ/סֵ֣תֶר
זָ֑רֶם
כְּ/פַלְגֵי
מַ֣יִם
בְּ/צָי֔וֹן
כְּ/צֵ֥ל
סֶֽלַע
כָּבֵ֖ד
בְּ/אֶ֥רֶץ
עֲיֵפָֽה
וְ/הָיָה
hâyâh
H1961
to be
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
אִ֥ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
man
N-ms
כְּ/מַֽחֲבֵא
machăbêʼ
H4224
hiding-place
Prep | N-ms
ר֖וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
spirit
N-cs
וְ/סֵ֣תֶר
çêther
H5643
secrecy
Conj | N-ms
זָ֑רֶם
zerem
H2230
storm
N-ms
כְּ/פַלְגֵי
peleg
H6388
stream
Prep | N-mp
מַ֣יִם
mayim
H4325
Water (Gate)
N-mp
בְּ/צָי֔וֹן
tsîyôwn
H6724
dryness
Prep | N-ms
כְּ/צֵ֥ל
tsêl
H6738
shadow
Prep | N-ms
סֶֽלַע
çelaʻ
H5553
crag
N-ms
כָּבֵ֖ד
kâbêd
H3515
heavy
Adj
בְּ/אֶ֥רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs
עֲיֵפָֽה
ʻâyêph
H5889
faint
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Isaiah 32:2
וְ/הָיָה
hâyâh
H1961
"to be"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
אִ֥ישׁ
ʼîysh
H376
"man"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for man, referring to a male person or individual, is used in the Bible to describe humans in contrast to God or animals, as seen in Genesis and Psalms. It can also mean husband or servant. In the KJV, it is translated as man or male.
Definition: : man 1) man 1a) man, male (in contrast to woman, female) 1b) husband 1c) human being, person (in contrast to God) 1d) servant 1e) mankind 1f) champion 1g) great man 2) whosoever 3) each (adjective)
Usage: Occurs in 1851 OT verses. KJV: also, another, any (man), a certain, [phrase] champion, consent, each, every (one), fellow, (foot-, husband-) man, (good-, great, mighty) man, he, high (degree), him (that is), husband, man(-kind), [phrase] none, one, people, person, [phrase] steward, what (man) soever, whoso(-ever), worthy. Compare H802 (אִשָּׁה). See also: Genesis 2:23; Genesis 42:25; Exodus 32:23.
כְּ/מַֽחֲבֵא
machăbêʼ
H4224
"hiding-place"
Prep | N-ms
This noun refers to a hiding place or refuge, like a secret spot to escape danger. In Psalm 32:7, David calls God his hiding place, where he finds safety and protection. It can also mean a person's bosom or chest.
Definition: hiding place Another spelling of ma.cha.bo (מַחֲבֹא "refuge" H4224B)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: hiding (lurking) place. See also: 1 Samuel 23:23; Isaiah 32:2.
ר֖וּחַ
rûwach
H7307
"spirit"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word for spirit refers to the breath of life, the wind, or a person's mind and emotions, as seen in the book of Ezekiel.
Definition: : spirit 1) wind, breath, mind, spirit 1a) breath 1b) wind 1b1) of heaven 1b2) quarter (of wind), side 1b3) breath of air 1b4) air, gas 1b5) vain, empty thing 1c) spirit (as that which breathes quickly in animation or agitation) 1c1) spirit, animation, vivacity, vigour 1c2) courage 1c3) temper, anger 1c4) impatience, patience 1c5) spirit, disposition (as troubled, bitter, discontented) 1c6) disposition (of various kinds), unaccountable or uncontrollable impulse 1c7) prophetic spirit 1d) spirit (of the living, breathing being in man and animals) 1d1) as gift, preserved by God, God's spirit, departing at death, disembodied being 1e) spirit (as seat of emotion) 1e1) desire 1e2) sorrow, trouble 1f) spirit 1f1) as seat or organ of mental acts 1f2) rarely of the will 1f3) as seat especially of moral character 1g) Spirit of God, the third person of the triune God, the Holy Spirit, coequal, coeternal with the Father and the Son 1g1) as inspiring ecstatic state of prophecy 1g2) as impelling prophet to utter instruction or warning 1g3) imparting warlike energy and executive and administrative power 1g4) as endowing men with various gifts 1g5) as energy of life 1g6) as manifest in the Shekinah glory 1g7) never referred to as a depersonalised force
Usage: Occurs in 348 OT verses. KJV: air, anger, blast, breath, [idiom] cool, courage, mind, [idiom] quarter, [idiom] side, spirit(-ual), tempest, [idiom] vain, (whirl-) wind(-y). See also: Genesis 1:2; Job 6:26; Psalms 1:4.
וְ/סֵ֣תֶר
çêther
H5643
"secrecy"
Conj | N-ms
This word refers to a shelter or covering, like a place to hide. It can also mean protection, as in Psalm 18:11 where God is a shelter from danger.
Definition: 1) covering, shelter, hiding place, secrecy 1a) covering, cover 1b) hiding place, shelter, secret place 1c) secrecy 1c1) secrecy (of tongue being slanderous)
Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: backbiting, covering, covert, [idiom] disguise(-th), hiding place, privily, protection, secret(-ly, place). See also: Deuteronomy 13:7; Psalms 61:5; Psalms 18:12.
זָ֑רֶם
zerem
H2230
"storm"
N-ms
This word describes a storm or heavy rain shower, like a strong downpour. It is used in the Bible to describe powerful natural events, such as floods and tempests, often symbolizing God's judgment or presence.
Definition: rain-shower, thunderstorm, flood of rain, downpour, rain-storm
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: flood, overflowing, shower, storm, tempest. See also: Job 24:8; Isaiah 28:2; Isaiah 4:6.
כְּ/פַלְגֵי
peleg
H6388
"stream"
Prep | N-mp
A small channel of water, like a stream or irrigation ditch, is what this Hebrew word means. It appears in the Bible as a river or stream. In Genesis, it describes a small waterway.
Definition: channel, canal
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: river, stream. See also: Job 29:6; Proverbs 5:16; Psalms 1:3.
מַ֣יִם
mayim
H4325
"Water (Gate)"
N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
בְּ/צָי֔וֹן
tsîyôwn
H6724
"dryness"
Prep | N-ms
This term refers to a dry or parched land, often translated as a dry place, and is used in the Bible to describe areas lacking water or vegetation.
Definition: dryness, parched land or ground
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: dry place. See also: Isaiah 25:5; Isaiah 32:2.
כְּ/צֵ֥ל
tsêl
H6738
"shadow"
Prep | N-ms
A shadow refers to a dark area, often providing shade or protection, like the shadow of a tree in Isaiah 4:6. It can also symbolize the fleeting nature of life, as mentioned in Psalm 102:11.
Definition: 1) shadow, shade 1a) shadow (on dial) 1b) shadow, shade (as protection) 1c) shadow (symbolic of transitoriness of life) Also means: tse.lel (צֵלֶל "shadow" H6752)
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: defence, shade(-ow). See also: Genesis 19:8; Ecclesiastes 7:12; Psalms 17:8.
סֶֽלַע
çelaʻ
H5553
"crag"
N-ms
This word means a craggy rock or cliff, a strong and secure place, like the rock of salvation in Psalm 71:3.
Definition: 1) crag, cliff, rock 1a) crag, cliff 1b) as stronghold of Jehovah, of security (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: (ragged) rock, stone(-ny), strong hold. See also: Numbers 20:8; Psalms 71:3; Psalms 18:3.
כָּבֵ֖ד
kâbêd
H3515
"heavy"
Adj
Something or someone that is heavy or severe is what this word describes, like a heavy heart in Proverbs 12 or a difficult task, as in Matthew 23.
Definition: 1) heavy, great 1a) heavy 1b) massive, abundant, numerous 1c) heavy, dull 1d) hard, difficult, burdensome 1e) very oppressive, numerous, rich
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: (so) great, grievous, hard(-ened), (too) heavy(-ier), laden, much, slow, sore, thick. See also: Genesis 12:10; Numbers 11:14; Psalms 38:5.
בְּ/אֶ֥רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
עֲיֵפָֽה
ʻâyêph
H5889
"faint"
Adj
In the Bible, this word means feeling faint or exhausted, like being very thirsty or weary. It is used to describe someone who is drained of energy. This word appears in descriptions of people who are struggling.
Definition: faint, exhausted, weary
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: faint, thirsty, weary. See also: Genesis 25:29; Psalms 63:2; Psalms 143:6.
Study Notes — Isaiah 32:2
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- Context
- Cross References
- Isaiah 32:2 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:2
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:2
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
- Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
- Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
- Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:2
- Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:2
- Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
- Sermons on Isaiah 32:2
Context — A Righteous King
1Behold, a king will reign in righteousness, and princes will rule with justice.
2Each will be like a shelter from the wind, a refuge from the storm, like streams of water in a dry land, like the shadow of a great rock in an arid land.
3Then the eyes of those who see will no longer be closed, and the ears of those who hear will listen. 4The mind of the rash will know and understand, and the stammering tongue will speak clearly and fluently.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 25:4 | For You have been a refuge for the poor, a stronghold for the needy in distress, a refuge from the storm, a shade from the heat. For the breath of the ruthless is like rain against a wall, |
| 2 | Isaiah 44:3 | For I will pour water on the thirsty land, and currents on the dry ground. I will pour out My Spirit on your descendants, and My blessing on your offspring. |
| 3 | Isaiah 9:6 | For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. |
| 4 | Isaiah 43:20 | The beasts of the field will honor Me, the jackals and the ostriches, because I provide water in the wilderness and rivers in the desert, to give drink to My chosen people. |
| 5 | Isaiah 7:14 | Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and will call Him Immanuel. |
| 6 | Psalms 143:9 | Deliver me from my enemies, O LORD; I flee to You for refuge. |
| 7 | Micah 5:4–5 | He will stand and shepherd His flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majestic name of the LORD His God. And they will dwell securely, for then His greatness will extend to the ends of the earth. And He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels. We will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men. |
| 8 | Zechariah 13:7 | Awake, O sword, against My Shepherd, against the man who is My Companion, declares the LORD of Hosts. Strike the Shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn My hand against the little ones. |
| 9 | Isaiah 41:18 | I will open rivers on the barren heights, and fountains in the middle of the valleys. I will turn the desert into a pool of water, and the dry land into flowing springs. |
| 10 | Isaiah 26:20–21 | Go, my people, enter your rooms and shut your doors behind you. Hide yourselves a little while until the wrath has passed. For behold, the LORD is coming out of His dwelling to punish the inhabitants of the earth for their iniquity. The earth will reveal her bloodshed and will no longer conceal her slain. |
Isaiah 32:2 Summary
This verse, Isaiah 32:2, is telling us that when we follow God and live according to His ways, we can be a source of comfort and protection for those around us, just like a shelter from a storm (as seen in Psalm 23:4). We can be like a cool drink of water on a hot day, refreshing and nourishing those around us. By trusting in God's goodness and sovereignty, we can rest in His protection and provision, just like hiding in the shadow of a great rock (as mentioned in Psalm 121:5). This is a beautiful picture of what it means to live a life that is surrendered to God and His ways.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be a shelter from the wind and a refuge from the storm?
This phrase, found in Isaiah 32:2, means to provide protection and comfort to those who are facing difficult circumstances, much like God provides for His people in Psalm 23:4 and Matthew 7:24-27.
How can we be like streams of water in a dry land?
According to Isaiah 32:2, being like streams of water in a dry land means to bring spiritual nourishment and refreshment to those around us, just as Jesus described Himself as the living water in John 4:14 and John 7:37-38.
What is the significance of the shadow of a great rock in an arid land?
The shadow of a great rock, mentioned in Isaiah 32:2, symbolizes the protection and provision of God, much like the rock that provided shade for the Israelites in the wilderness, as seen in Isaiah 4:6 and Psalm 121:5.
How does this verse relate to the coming king mentioned in Isaiah 32:1?
The description of each person being a shelter and refuge in Isaiah 32:2 is a result of the king reigning in righteousness, as mentioned in Isaiah 32:1, and is a reflection of God's character, as seen in Psalm 37:28 and Proverbs 29:2.
Reflection Questions
- In what ways can I be a shelter from the wind and a refuge from the storm for those around me?
- How can I bring spiritual nourishment and refreshment to those in my life, just like streams of water in a dry land?
- What are some ways that I can rest in the shadow of the great rock, trusting in God's protection and provision?
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in difficult circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Isaiah 32:2
And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest,.... Or, "that man"; the King Messiah before mentioned; who had agreed to become man, was promised and prophesied of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Isaiah 32:2
And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
A man; either, 1. The man or king spoken of. Or, 2. Each or every one, to wit, of his princes. That king shall not patch up an old garment with new cloth, nor mingle good and bad together; but shall take care to purge out all the corrupt magistrates, and, as far as he can, to settle good ones in all places. A man is oft put for every or any man, as 3:5,6, and elsewhere. Shall be as an hiding place unto the people under their government, especially to such as are oppressed or injured by those Who are more potent than they. From the wind; from the rage and violence of evil men. As rivers of water in a dry place; no less refreshing and acceptable shall this king and his princes be to their subjects. In a weary land; in a dry and scorched country, which is called weary here, as also , metonymically, because it makes travellers weary; as death is called pale in other authors, because it makes men’ s faces pale.
Trapp's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
Isaiah 32:2 And a man shall be as an hiding place from the wind, and a covert from the tempest; as rivers of water in a dry place, as the shadow of a great rock in a weary land.Ver. 2. And a man shall be,] i.e., Each man of those forementioned princes, or, That man, viz., Hezekiah. How much more "the man Christ Jesus" shall be a comfort to distressed consciences, an absolute and all-sufficient Saviour! such as his people may trust unto for safety here, and salvation hereafter.
Ellicott's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
(2) A man shall be . . .—The word is that used in Isaiah 31:8 for “mighty man,” in Isaiah 2:9 for “great man,” and probably retains that meaning here. The nobles of Judah, who had been tyrannous and oppressive (Isaiah 1:23), should become a true aristocracy, beneficent and protecting. Of both the “king” and the “man” it is true that they find their fulfilment in the true servant of the Lord, who is also the ideal king. As rivers of water . . .—The words paint the picture of the two great blessings of an Eastern landscape: the streams that turn the desert into an oasis, the “rock” throwing its dark shadow as a shelter from the noontide heat. The word for “rock” is the same as that used for Assyria in Isaiah 31:9, and is obviously chosen to emphasise the contrast.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
Verse 2. As the shadow of a great rock] The shadow of a great projecting rock is the most refreshing that is possible in a hot country, not only as most perfectly excluding the rays of the sun, but also as having in itself a natural coolness, which it reflects and communicates to every thing about it. Speluncaeque tegant, et saxea procubet umbra. VIRG. Georg. iii. 145. "Let the cool cave and shady rock protect them." ΕπεικεφαληνκαιγουναταΣειριοςαζει, Αυαλεοςδετεχρωςαποκαυματος·αλλατοτ' ηδη Ειηπετραιητεσκιν, καιΒιβλινοςοινος. HESIOD. ii. 206. "When Sirius rages, and thine aching head, Parched skin, and feeble knees refreshment need; Then to the rock's projected shade retire, With Biblin wine recruit thy wasted powers."
Cambridge Bible on Isaiah 32:2
2. For a man read each one (of the princes). The meaning of the figure is that every great man, instead of being a tyrant and oppressor of the poor (Isaiah 29:20 f.), shall be a protection against calamity and a source of beneficent activity. from the tempest] from the rain storm; cf. ch. Isaiah 4:6. the shadow of a great (lit. “heavy”) rock] cooler than that of a tree. Frequently cited parallels (since Gesenius) are the σκιὴπετραίη of Hesiod (Works, 589) and the “saxea umbra” of Vergil (Georg. III. 145).
Barnes' Notes on Isaiah 32:2
And a man - That is, evidently, the man referred to in the previous verse, to wit, Hezekiah.
Whedon's Commentary on Isaiah 32:2
2. A man… hiding place — One greater and every way more competent as a protector than a merely human person. Jehovah in the person of the Messiah.
Sermons on Isaiah 32:2
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Under His Shadow by Bill McLeod | In this sermon, the speaker shares a scenario of a blind man crossing the street and emphasizes the importance of having love and compassion for others. The speaker challenges the |
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(February 1987) 06 - a New Pasture by Ray Lowe | In this sermon, the preacher talks about how many people are spending their money on things that do not satisfy their spiritual hunger. He emphasizes that God is gathering his scat |
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The Path of a Martyr (Compilation) by Compilations | This sermon emphasizes finding rest and shelter in Jesus, the Rock of Ages, amidst life's storms and struggles. It speaks of the peace and security that comes from hiding in the cl |
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Rev. 3:8. the Church's Little Strength, and the Lord's Great Love by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the tender love and gracious character of Christ as depicted in Revelation 3:8, where He acknowledges the Church's little strength while offering an open |
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Ezekiel's River by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on Ezekiel's vision of the River in chapter 47, symbolizing the Life of Christ flowing from the Altar, representing the cross of Christ, bringing eterna |
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Christ the Savior From the Tempest. by John Gill | John Gill preaches on the account of the disciples' desperate plea to Jesus during a violent storm at sea, emphasizing their sense of imminent danger and their faith in Christ's ab |
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Safety, Fulness, and Sweet Refreshment, to Be Found in Christ by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the abundant provision of safety, fulness, and sweet refreshment found in Christ for those who are weary, burdened with sin, afflicted, or persecute |