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John Trapp Complete Commentary

Joshua 24:21

And the people said unto Joshua, Nay; but we will serve the LORD.

Ver. 21. Nay; but we will serve the Lord.] Only and wholly, for subject and object. This was well resolved, if as well practised. These here were ready to enter into covenant, and so to bind their deceitful hearts to a good abearance, which else would be ready to slip collar.

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