Jeremiah 1:9
Verse
Context
The Call of Jeremiah
8Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. 9Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. 10See, I have appointed you today over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and plant.”
Sermons
Stephen Kaung
John Gill
William Arthur
David WilkersonSummary
Commentary
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The Consecration. - Jer 1:9. "And Jahveh stretched forth His hand, and touched my mouth, and Jahveh said to me, Behold, I put my words into thy mouth. Jer 1:10. Behold, I set thee this day over the nations, and over the kingdoms, to root up and to ruin, to destroy and to demolish, to build and to plant." In order to assure him by overt act of His support, the Lord gives him a palpable pledge. He stretches out His hand and causes it to touch his mouth (cf. Isa 6:7); while, as explanation of this symbolical act, He adds: I have put my words in thy mouth. The hand is the instrument of making and doing; the touching of Jeremiah's mouth by the hand of God is consequently an emblematical token that God frames in his mouth what he is to speak. It is a tangible pledge of ἔμπνευσις, inspiratio, embodiment of that influence exercised on the human spirit, by means of which the holy men of God speak, being moved by the Holy Ghost, Pe2 1:21 (Nδgelsb.). The act is a real occurrence, taking place not indeed in the earthly, corporeal sphere, but experienced in spirit, and of the nature of ecstasy. By means of it God has consecrated him to be His prophet, and endowed him for the discharge of his duties; He may now entrust him with His commission to the peoples and kingdoms, and set him over them as His prophet who proclaims to them His word. The contents of this proclaiming are indicated in the following infinitive clauses. With the words of the Lord he is to destroy and to build up peoples and kingdoms. The word of God is a power that carries out His will, and accomplishes that whereto He sends it, Isa 55:10. Against this power nothing earthly can stand; it is a hammer that breaks rocks in pieces, Jer 23:29. What is here said of the word of Jahveh to be preached by Jeremiah is said of Jahveh Himself in Jer 31:28. Its power is to show itself in two ways, in destroying and in building up. The destroying is not set down as a mere preliminary, but is expressed by means of four different words, whereas the building is given only in two words, and these standing after the four; in order, doubtless, to indicate that the labours of Jeremiah should consist, in the first place and for the most part, in proclaiming judgment upon the nations. The assonant verbs נתשׁ and נתץ are joined to heighten the sense; for the same reason להרוס is added to להאביד, and in the antithesis לנטוע is joined with לבנות. (Note: The lxx have omitted להרוסa, and hence Hitz. infers the spuriousness of this word. But in the parallel passage, Jer 31:28, the lxx have rendered all the four words by the one καθαιρεῖν; and Hitz. does not then pronounce the other three spurious.)
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
touched my mouth--a symbolical act in supernatural vision, implying that God would give him utterance, notwithstanding his inability to speak (Jer 1:6). So Isaiah's lips were touched with a living coal (Isa 6:7; compare Eze 2:8-10; Dan 10:16).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Then the Lord put forth his hand,.... Who, according to Kimchi, was the Angel that appeared to the prophet, and spoke in the name of the Lord to him, and is called by his name; but rather it was the Son of God, the true Jehovah, who appeared in a human form he assumed for the present, and put forth his hand: and touched my mouth; just as one of the seraphim touched the mouth and lips of the Prophet Isaiah with a live coal from the altar, Isa 6:6, by this symbol the prophet was inducted into his office; and it was suggested to him that his mouth was now sanctified to the Lord's use and service; and that what he should speak should not be his own words, but the words of the Lord; and so the Targum paraphrases it, "and the Lord sent the words of his prophecy, and ordered them in my mouth;'' to which agrees what follows: and the Lord said unto me, behold, I have put my words in thy mouth; which was signified by the preceding symbol; wherefore he might with great freedom and boldness deliver them out to others.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:9 When God placed his words in Jeremiah’s mouth, he granted the prophet the status of an official royal messenger, including the ability to speak authoritatively in public.
Jeremiah 1:9
The Call of Jeremiah
8Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you,” declares the LORD. 9Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. 10See, I have appointed you today over nations and kingdoms to uproot and tear down, to destroy and overthrow, to build and plant.”
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
Jeremiah - His Call and Commission
By Stephen Kaung1.5K1:11:07JeremiahJER 1:5JER 1:9In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the call and commission of Jeremiah as a prophet. Jeremiah was surprised by God's call, but God assured him not to be afraid of people because He would be with him. Jeremiah's commission was twofold, with four negative aspects (to pluck up, break down, destroy, and overthrow) and two positive aspects (to build and to plant). The preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God's power rather than our own abilities to fulfill our call. Additionally, God reinforces Jeremiah's commission through two visions, one of an almond tree and the other of a boiling pot.
K-516 a Prophetic Scenario (2 of 2)
By Art Katz1.1K46:36PropheticJER 1:9MAT 10:16MAT 16:24MAT 24:351CO 9:161CO 13:2EPH 4:15In this sermon, the speaker shares his personal experience of being reproached for going over the allotted time for his message. He explains that he received a note to finish his sermon in 45 minutes, but due to blurred vision, he misunderstood and believed it said 45 minutes. Despite facing criticism and being labeled as independent, the speaker prays for the message to be imbued with the spirit of truth and hopes that it will help others understand the call of God, the creative and prophetic word, and the obedience required as sons of God. The speaker concludes by emphasizing the importance of death and resurrection in the church and in Israel's restoration, stating that just as Jesus had to taste death to birth the church, Israel too must go through death and resurrection.
The Truth About Prophecy - Introduction - Part 1
By Zac Poonen1.0K54:12NUM 12:6PRO 29:18JER 1:9EZK 33:7MAT 4:10MAT 11:25JHN 10:11JHN 17:171CO 13:9
This sermon emphasizes the different aspects of prophecy in the Bible, highlighting the need for a clear understanding of what true prophecy entails. It addresses the confusion surrounding prophecy in different Christian groups, the importance of being governed by the Word of God alone, and the significance of having a pure heart and open mind to receive God's revelations. The sermon also discusses the value of prophecy, the dangers of counterfeit prophecy, and the characteristics of true prophets as seen in the Old Testament.
(The Church Needs to Know) 8. the Church Will Be Confronted
By Miki Hardy9961:03:52Prophetic WordJER 1:91CO 4:14PHP 4:10In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the importance of standing and remaining in sound doctrine. He references 1 Corinthians 4:14, where Paul warns the Corinthians as his beloved children. The speaker highlights that the Corinthians were backslidden and living in the flesh, giving an example from Philippians 4:10-13. He emphasizes the need for God's people to serve Him the right way and warns that the church will be confronted in its ways, preaching, and teachings in the future.
2 Peter 1:21
By John Gill0Divine InspirationAuthority of Scripture1SA 2:27PSA 119:105JER 1:9EZK 2:2ACT 1:161TH 2:132TI 3:16HEB 1:12PE 1:21REV 22:18John Gill emphasizes that the prophecies in Scripture are not the result of human will but are divinely inspired by the Holy Spirit. He explains that the prophets, including Moses and David, spoke only when moved by God's influence, highlighting the authority and sacredness of the Scriptures. Gill asserts that these holy men of God were set apart for their divine purpose and that their words should be received with reverence as they are the true word of God. He encourages believers to recognize the Scriptures as the ultimate guide for faith and practice until Christ's return.
Section Iii.--Ministerial Effects.
By William Arthur0JER 1:9LUK 12:12ACT 2:1ACT 6:101CO 14:1EPH 6:191TH 1:5HEB 4:12JAS 3:51PE 4:11William Arthur preaches about the power of the tongue of fire, as seen in the example of Peter on the day of Pentecost. Despite Peter's lack of eloquence, his message, filled with quotes from the word of God and reasoning upon them, had a profound impact on the audience, leading to deep conviction and repentance. The sermon emphasizes the importance of prophesying, delivering a message from God under the influence of the Spirit, as a more powerful gift than speaking in tongues. The sermon highlights the necessity of the Holy Spirit's power in Christian preaching, as seen in the lives of early Christians and notable figures like Whitefield and Wesley.
A Promise for All Who Are Called
By David Wilkerson0God's AssuranceDivine CallingJER 1:9JER 19:15David Wilkerson emphasizes God's unwavering promise to those He has called, using the example of the prophet Jeremiah who, despite facing persecution and suffering, remained steadfast in his divine mission. God reassures Jeremiah that He has equipped him with the words to speak and the strength to endure, urging him not to fear men or failure. This message extends to all Christians, reminding them that they are not alone in their struggles and that God has placed His hand upon them, empowering them to fulfill their purpose. Wilkerson encourages believers to rise in faith, knowing that God is their protector and source of strength amidst adversity.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The Consecration. - Jer 1:9. "And Jahveh stretched forth His hand, and touched my mouth, and Jahveh said to me, Behold, I put my words into thy mouth. Jer 1:10. Behold, I set thee this day over the nations, and over the kingdoms, to root up and to ruin, to destroy and to demolish, to build and to plant." In order to assure him by overt act of His support, the Lord gives him a palpable pledge. He stretches out His hand and causes it to touch his mouth (cf. Isa 6:7); while, as explanation of this symbolical act, He adds: I have put my words in thy mouth. The hand is the instrument of making and doing; the touching of Jeremiah's mouth by the hand of God is consequently an emblematical token that God frames in his mouth what he is to speak. It is a tangible pledge of ἔμπνευσις, inspiratio, embodiment of that influence exercised on the human spirit, by means of which the holy men of God speak, being moved by the Holy Ghost, Pe2 1:21 (Nδgelsb.). The act is a real occurrence, taking place not indeed in the earthly, corporeal sphere, but experienced in spirit, and of the nature of ecstasy. By means of it God has consecrated him to be His prophet, and endowed him for the discharge of his duties; He may now entrust him with His commission to the peoples and kingdoms, and set him over them as His prophet who proclaims to them His word. The contents of this proclaiming are indicated in the following infinitive clauses. With the words of the Lord he is to destroy and to build up peoples and kingdoms. The word of God is a power that carries out His will, and accomplishes that whereto He sends it, Isa 55:10. Against this power nothing earthly can stand; it is a hammer that breaks rocks in pieces, Jer 23:29. What is here said of the word of Jahveh to be preached by Jeremiah is said of Jahveh Himself in Jer 31:28. Its power is to show itself in two ways, in destroying and in building up. The destroying is not set down as a mere preliminary, but is expressed by means of four different words, whereas the building is given only in two words, and these standing after the four; in order, doubtless, to indicate that the labours of Jeremiah should consist, in the first place and for the most part, in proclaiming judgment upon the nations. The assonant verbs נתשׁ and נתץ are joined to heighten the sense; for the same reason להרוס is added to להאביד, and in the antithesis לנטוע is joined with לבנות. (Note: The lxx have omitted להרוסa, and hence Hitz. infers the spuriousness of this word. But in the parallel passage, Jer 31:28, the lxx have rendered all the four words by the one καθαιρεῖν; and Hitz. does not then pronounce the other three spurious.)
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
touched my mouth--a symbolical act in supernatural vision, implying that God would give him utterance, notwithstanding his inability to speak (Jer 1:6). So Isaiah's lips were touched with a living coal (Isa 6:7; compare Eze 2:8-10; Dan 10:16).
John Gill Bible Commentary
Then the Lord put forth his hand,.... Who, according to Kimchi, was the Angel that appeared to the prophet, and spoke in the name of the Lord to him, and is called by his name; but rather it was the Son of God, the true Jehovah, who appeared in a human form he assumed for the present, and put forth his hand: and touched my mouth; just as one of the seraphim touched the mouth and lips of the Prophet Isaiah with a live coal from the altar, Isa 6:6, by this symbol the prophet was inducted into his office; and it was suggested to him that his mouth was now sanctified to the Lord's use and service; and that what he should speak should not be his own words, but the words of the Lord; and so the Targum paraphrases it, "and the Lord sent the words of his prophecy, and ordered them in my mouth;'' to which agrees what follows: and the Lord said unto me, behold, I have put my words in thy mouth; which was signified by the preceding symbol; wherefore he might with great freedom and boldness deliver them out to others.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
1:9 When God placed his words in Jeremiah’s mouth, he granted the prophet the status of an official royal messenger, including the ability to speak authoritatively in public.