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Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked - See below, note on Isa 57:21 (note). As the destruction of Babylon was determined, God commands his people to hasten out of it; for, saith the Lord, there is no peace (prosperity) to the wicked; ουκ εστι χαιρειν τοις ασεβεσιν, λεγει Κυριος. - Sept. "There is no rejoicing or prosperity to the wicked saith the Lord." Their is not pese to unrytous men seith the Lord. - Old MS. Bible.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Repeated (Isa 57:21). All the blessings just mentioned (Isa 48:21) belong only to the godly, not to the wicked. Israel shall first cast away its wicked unbelief before it shall inherit national prosperity (Zac 12:10-14; Zac 13:1, Zac 13:9; Zac 14:3, Zac 14:14, Zac 14:20-21). The sentiment holds good also as to all wicked men (Job 15:20-25, Job 15:31-34). Messiah, as the ideal Israel (Isa 49:3), states the object of His mission, His want of success for a time, yet His certainty of ultimate success. Next: Isaiah Chapter 49
John Gill Bible Commentary
There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked,.... To Nebuchadnezzar and his seed, says Jarchi; to the Babylonians, say Aben Ezra and Kimchi; who enjoyed no more peace and prosperity, being conquered by Cyrus, and their monarchy dissolved, and put an end to: but rather this is to be understood of the wicked among the Jews; which sense Aben Ezra mentions, though he prefers the former; and either those are meant, who refused to go out of Babylon, and the land of Chaldea, when they might, but continued among an idolatrous people, and therefore are threatened with want of peace and prosperity; or rather the Jews in the times of Christ and his apostles, who disbelieved the Messiah, despised his Gospel, and rejected his ordinances; the consequence of which was, they had no peace, no outward prosperity, but all the reverse; their nation, city, and temple, were destroyed, and they carried captive, and scattered up and down in the world; nor any inward spiritual peace, nor eternal happiness; for blaspheming and contradicting the word of the Gospel, and putting it away from them, they judged themselves unworthy of everlasting life; and the apostles were bid to turn from them to the Gentiles, and preach the Gospel to them; hence the next chapter begins, listen, O isles, unto me, &c.; see Luk 19:4. Next: Isaiah Chapter 49
Tyndale Open Study Notes
48:22 This refrain, no peace for the wicked (also 57:21), continues the sharp divide between the godly and the wicked (see 66:24). Peace speaks of God’s kingdom, from which the wicked are excluded.
Isaiah 48:22
Deliverance Promised to Israel
21They did not thirst when He led them through the deserts; He made water flow for them from the rock; He split the rock, and water gushed out. 22“There is no peace,” says the LORD, “for the wicked.”
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Doctrine of the Lamb - Part 2
By J. Sidlow Baxter3.8K47:34Lamb Of GodISA 48:22ISA 53:8ISA 53:10ISA 57:21In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the significance of Isaiah 53 and the role of the Lamb in the redemption of humanity. He highlights seven key points from the scripture: the Lamb bearing our grief and carrying our sorrow, being wounded for our transgressions and bruised for our iniquities, the chastising of our peace falling on Him, and with His stripe, we are healed. The preacher emphasizes the deep need for a savior in the hearts of sinful individuals and the growing interest in the Bible as people search for the truth. He also shares a personal story of a man whose conversion to Christ was influenced by his godly father's practice of reading Isaiah 53. The sermon concludes with a humble recognition of the glorious and divine nature of Jesus, the Lamb, and the centrality of His role in our lives.
Studies in Isaiah - Part 6
By Harry Ironside1.7K46:32ExpositoryPRO 16:7ISA 15:9ISA 40:3ISA 48:22ISA 49:6ISA 58:1ISA 60:1In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of having a clear understanding of the outline of the Bible. He mentions that the book of Isaiah can be divided into three parts: chapters 40-48 focus on God's controversy with Israel regarding idolatry, chapters 49-57 address Israel's attitude towards the Messiah, and the rest of the book (chapters 58 to the end) emphasizes the ministry designed to exercise the conscience in view of the coming glory. The speaker also emphasizes the importance of studying and memorizing the outline of each chapter in order to have a comprehensive understanding of the book. He shares a personal practice of going over a book repeatedly until he can recall the leading theme of each chapter with ease.
The Centrality of the Lamb - Part 2
By J. Sidlow Baxter1.3K48:02Lamb Of GodISA 48:22ISA 53:7ISA 53:10ISA 57:21ISA 66:24In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing the sinful nature of humanity and the need for a savior. He notes that there is a growing interest in the Bible among people who are disillusioned with false teachings. The preacher shares a personal story of someone who was influenced by their godly father's example and reading of Isaiah 53. He then discusses three key passages in the Bible that highlight the centrality of the Lamb, emphasizing the significance of understanding the complete message conveyed in these passages.
Cross: Peace by the Cross
By G. Campbell Morgan0ReconciliationPeace With GodPSA 34:14ISA 48:22MAT 5:9JHN 14:27ROM 5:12CO 5:18EPH 2:14PHP 4:7COL 1:20HEB 12:14G. Campbell Morgan emphasizes that true peace in human experience stems from forgiveness and purity, asserting that sin disrupts harmony with God and leads to inner turmoil. He explains that without reconciliation with God, individuals cannot achieve peace within themselves or with others, resulting in societal discord and a lack of harmony with nature. Morgan highlights that peace is attainable through the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross, which restores relationships with God, self, and creation. He encourages believers to seek peace through faith in Christ, who is the source of all reconciliation and harmony. Ultimately, Morgan calls for individuals to embrace the peace that comes from God, which transcends understanding and transforms lives.
The Love of the World and the Love of God
By J.C. Philpot0PSA 49:10PRO 23:2ISA 48:22JHN 17:23ROM 7:19ROM 8:131CO 15:581JN 2:15J.C. Philpot preaches about the dangers of loving the world and its temporary pleasures, emphasizing that those who love the world do not have the love of the Father in them. He contrasts the characteristics of those who love the world with those who do the will of God, highlighting the eternal consequences of each path. Philpot urges believers to resist the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, as they all stem from the fallen world and are opposed to God. He emphasizes that the world and its desires will pass away, but those who do the will of God will abide forever in His presence.
After Love, What?
By D.L. Moody0PeaceFaith in ChristISA 48:22MAT 11:28JHN 16:33ROM 5:1EPH 2:14PHP 4:7COL 3:15D.L. Moody emphasizes that after love comes peace, which is a state already established by Christ's sacrifice on the Cross. He illustrates that many people mistakenly try to create peace through their own efforts, akin to someone trying to generate light in a dark cellar instead of stepping into the sunlight. Moody asserts that true peace is a condition we enter into by faith, not something we manufacture ourselves, and that sin is the only barrier to experiencing this peace. He reminds us that Jesus is the author of peace, and despite the tribulations of life, we can find a lasting peace that remains undisturbed within us. Ultimately, peace is a legacy given to us by Christ, distinct from the fleeting peace of the world.
The Joy of a Good Conscience
By Thomas a Kempis01SA 16:7PSA 32:1PRO 16:7ISA 48:22ROM 2:291CO 4:42CO 10:18GAL 6:14COL 3:21PE 3:4Thomas a Kempis preaches on the importance of maintaining a good conscience to experience true happiness and peace, contrasting the restfulness of a clear conscience with the restlessness of an evil one. He emphasizes that genuine joy comes from God and is rooted in truth, not in worldly recognition or fleeting glory. Kempis encourages humility, contentment, and a focus on God's approval rather than seeking validation from others.
Peace With God
By David Wilkerson0Peace With GodChrist's IntercessionISA 48:22ROM 5:2ROM 15:13EPH 2:142PE 3:14David Wilkerson emphasizes that Jesus' sacrifice on the cross provides believers with peace with God, a peace that is unique to Christianity as it addresses the sin question that remains unresolved in other religions. He explains that Christ maintains this peace through the removal of sin's guilt, the joy and peace found in faith, and the hope of glory. Wilkerson highlights that true peace is the absence of fear, and Jesus actively intercedes for us, ensuring we remain in this peace despite our sins and the accusations of Satan. He reassures that Christ, as our high priest and advocate, protects us from being held captive by our conscience or fear. Ultimately, believers are called to be found in peace when Christ returns.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked - See below, note on Isa 57:21 (note). As the destruction of Babylon was determined, God commands his people to hasten out of it; for, saith the Lord, there is no peace (prosperity) to the wicked; ουκ εστι χαιρειν τοις ασεβεσιν, λεγει Κυριος. - Sept. "There is no rejoicing or prosperity to the wicked saith the Lord." Their is not pese to unrytous men seith the Lord. - Old MS. Bible.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Repeated (Isa 57:21). All the blessings just mentioned (Isa 48:21) belong only to the godly, not to the wicked. Israel shall first cast away its wicked unbelief before it shall inherit national prosperity (Zac 12:10-14; Zac 13:1, Zac 13:9; Zac 14:3, Zac 14:14, Zac 14:20-21). The sentiment holds good also as to all wicked men (Job 15:20-25, Job 15:31-34). Messiah, as the ideal Israel (Isa 49:3), states the object of His mission, His want of success for a time, yet His certainty of ultimate success. Next: Isaiah Chapter 49
John Gill Bible Commentary
There is no peace, saith the Lord, unto the wicked,.... To Nebuchadnezzar and his seed, says Jarchi; to the Babylonians, say Aben Ezra and Kimchi; who enjoyed no more peace and prosperity, being conquered by Cyrus, and their monarchy dissolved, and put an end to: but rather this is to be understood of the wicked among the Jews; which sense Aben Ezra mentions, though he prefers the former; and either those are meant, who refused to go out of Babylon, and the land of Chaldea, when they might, but continued among an idolatrous people, and therefore are threatened with want of peace and prosperity; or rather the Jews in the times of Christ and his apostles, who disbelieved the Messiah, despised his Gospel, and rejected his ordinances; the consequence of which was, they had no peace, no outward prosperity, but all the reverse; their nation, city, and temple, were destroyed, and they carried captive, and scattered up and down in the world; nor any inward spiritual peace, nor eternal happiness; for blaspheming and contradicting the word of the Gospel, and putting it away from them, they judged themselves unworthy of everlasting life; and the apostles were bid to turn from them to the Gentiles, and preach the Gospel to them; hence the next chapter begins, listen, O isles, unto me, &c.; see Luk 19:4. Next: Isaiah Chapter 49
Tyndale Open Study Notes
48:22 This refrain, no peace for the wicked (also 57:21), continues the sharp divide between the godly and the wicked (see 66:24). Peace speaks of God’s kingdom, from which the wicked are excluded.