jeremiah 35:14 The words of Jonadab the son of Rechab, that he commanded his sons not to drink wine, are performed; for unto this day they drink none, but obey their father's commandment: notwithstanding I have spoken unto you, rising early and speaking; but ye hearkened not unto me.

jeremiah 35:14 "The words of Jonadab the son of Rechab, which he commanded his sons not to drink wine, are observed. So they do not drink [wine] to this day, for they have obeyed their father's command. But I have spoken to you again and again; yet you have not listened to Me.

14. obey . . . father's commandment: notwithstanding I-- (Mal 1:6).
rising early and speaking--God Himself speaking late and early by His various ways of providence and grace.

jeremiah 35:14 "The words of Jonadab the son of Rechab, which he commanded his sons not to drink wine, are observed. So they do not drink [wine] to this day, for they have obeyed their father's command. But I have spoken to you again and again; yet you have not listened to Me.

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