Psalm 9:17 The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God. Yes, so awful that it seems almost presumption to preach on them. But woe is unto us if we do not warn the sinner. The words show that God doth regard (Psalm 94:17). I. THE CHARACTERS DESCRIBED. 1. The wicked. This means not all mankind, though all are wicked, but gross transgressors. 2. The nations that forget God. Practical atheists. How many do this? II. THE FUTURE PORTION DECREED THEM. They "shall be turned into hell." There will be — 1. Tormenting pains. 2. A sleepless conscience. 3. Mutual reproaches. 4. Unrestrained and full-grown passions. 5. The certainty of eternal despair. Then come this very hour to Jesus. (J. Jowett, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.WEB: The wicked shall be turned back to Sheol, even all the nations that forget God. |
    |