Isaiah 15

REFLECTIONS UPON CHAP. XV.—Destruction and anguish, in tremendous triumph, follow sin through impenitent cities and nations. Sudden and unexpected ruin awaits haughty transgressors. And to call on idols or creatures, when God is our enemy, is but to add to our anguish. The wealth, which men eagerly gain, but invites the invader, tempts the robber, and endangers the owner. It increases the owner’s care and grief, while it assists his enemy to destroy him. And, if hardened sinners escape one judgment, they are reserved for another. But, if such be the case of a ravaged nation, alas, the terrors, the torments, the howlings, in hell! Who shall abide with devouring fire? Who shall dwell with everlasting burnings?