John Trapp Complete Commentary - Isaiah 12:4
Isa 12:4 And in that day shall ye say, Praise the LORD, call upon his name, declare his doings among the people, make mention that his name is exalted. Ver. 4. And in that day shall ye say, Praise the Lord, ] viz., With us and for us. Every true Confitebor tibi hath its confitemini Domino annexed unto it. The saints are unsatiable in praising God for the great work of their redemption, and do therefore call in help, all that may be. Call upon his name. ] Which is a special way of praising... read more
John Trapp Complete Commentary - Isaiah 12:3
Isa 12:3 Therefore with joy shall ye draw water out of the wells of salvation. Ver. 3. Therefore with joy shall ye draw water. ] Joy is the just man’s portion, and Christ is the never failing fountain whence by a lively faith he may infallibly fetch it. John 4:10 ; John 4:14 ; Joh 7:37 Christ was much delighted with this metaphor; see John 1:16 . Out of this fountain only may men quench their spiritual thirst after righteousness. Haec sola est aqua quae animas arentes, marentes et... read more