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Matthew 11:28
Come unto me, allye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

2 Kings 18:21
Now, behold, thou trustest upon the staff of this bruised reed,even upon Egypt, on which if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: sois Pharaoh king of Egypt unto all that trust on him.

Psalm 51:17
The sacrifices of Godare a broken spirit: a broken and a contrite heart, O God, thou wilt not despise.

till.

Psalm 98:1-3
A Psalm. O sing unto the LORD a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory…

Isaiah 42:3,4
A bruised reed shall he not break, and the smoking flax shall he not quench: he shall bring forth judgment unto truth…

Romans 15:17-19
I have therefore whereof I may glory through Jesus Christ in those things which pertain to God…

and a smoldering wick He will not extinguish
A smoldering wick refers to a lamp that is nearly out of oil, producing more smoke than light. In the cultural context of the time, such a wick would typically be snuffed out and replaced. However, this phrase emphasizes Jesus' patience and willingness to nurture even the faintest spark of faith or hope. It highlights His role as a sustainer and encourager, who does not give up on those who are struggling. This imagery is consistent with the broader biblical theme of God's enduring mercy and grace, as seen in passages likePsalm 103:8-14, which speaks of God's compassion and understanding of human frailty.

till He leads justice to victory
This phrase points to the ultimate triumph of justice through the work of Christ. In the historical and cultural context of first-century Judea, justice was often elusive, with many suffering under Roman occupation and corrupt leadership. The promise of justice being led to victory would have been a powerful message of hope. It signifies the eschatological fulfillment of God's kingdom, where righteousness and justice prevail. This is echoed in other scriptural references, such asIsaiah 9:7, which speaks of the Messiah's reign of justice and peace. The phrase also underscores the messianic mission of Jesus, who, through His life, death, and resurrection, establishes the foundation for true justice and righteousness in the world.

• Picture a slender reed growing by the water (Isaiah 42:3). Once bent or cracked, it seems useless—easily tossed aside.

• Scripture often compares human frailty to grass and flowers that wither (Psalm 103:14-16). A “bruised reed” points to people wounded by sin, suffering, or discouragement.

• Jesus gravitates toward such weakness. He announced, “He has sent Me to proclaim liberty to the captives… to set free the oppressed” (Luke 4:18, quotingIsaiah 61:1).

•Psalm 34:18 promises, “The LORD is near to the brokenhearted.”Matthew 12:20 tells us this promise is embodied in Christ.

• Instead of snapping off what is already bruised, Jesus supports, restores, and straightens.

•Matthew 11:28-29 invites the weary to find rest in His gentleness.Hebrews 4:15-16 adds that He sympathizes with our weaknesses and welcomes us to His throne of grace.

•John 6:37 reassures, “Whoever comes to Me I will never drive away.” The King does not discard damaged people; He mends them.

• Think of an oil lamp whose flame has dwindled to a faint glow, producing more smoke than light. That’s the “smoldering wick.”

• Our spiritual zeal can burn low—through sin (Psalm 51:12), fatigue (1 Kings 19:4-8), or doubt (Mark 9:24).

• YetPsalm 18:28 declares, “You, O LORD, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.” Even a barely glowing ember matters to Him.

• Rather than snuff out the weak flame, Jesus breathes on it until it blazes again.

•Isaiah 40:29 affirms, “He gives strength to the weary.”2 Corinthians 12:9 shows His power perfected in weakness.

• He cautions believers not to “quench the Spirit” (1 Thessalonians 5:19); in the same way, He Himself refuses to quench our flickering hope.

• Jude 24 celebrates His ability “to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless.”

• Christ’s gentle dealings do not imply passivity. The phrase looks forward to the day He fully establishes righteousness.

•Isaiah 42:4 continues, “In His name the nations will put their hope.” What begins with mercy ends with triumphant justice.

•Acts 17:31 speaks of a fixed day when God will “judge the world with justice by the Man He has appointed.”Revelation 19:11-16 pictures that climactic return.

•Philippians 2:9-11 assures that every knee will bow. Mercy now, victory then—both flow from the same Savior.

Matthew 12:20 paints Jesus as tender toward the wounded and patient with the faint-hearted, yet relentless in accomplishing final justice. If you feel like a cracked reed or a dying ember, He will not discard you; He will restore you. And while He nurtures individual souls, He presses on until all creation sees justice crowned with victory.

Till he send forth judgment unto victory.--In the Hebrew,unto truth. The citation was apparently from memory. What is implied in both readings is, that this tender compassion was to characterise the whole work of the Christ until the time of final judgment should arrive, and truth should at last prevail.

(1) Matthew omits the words, "He shall not burn dimly nor be discouraged," because he is not concerned with anything else than Christ's relation to others;

(2) he combines into one the two clauses of Isaiah, "He shall bring forth judgment in truth" and "Till he have set judgment in the earth."Till he send forth (ἕως α}ν ἐκβάλῃ). This being the supreme object of Messiah's life and energy - bringing out, as from his own plans and resources,judgment unto victory;i.e. the revelation of the Divine Law (ver. 18, note) to a successful issue in human hearts.Unto victory. Apparently only a paraphrase of the thought in Isaiah.

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