Sweet and Sober Truths for Bitter Providences 10

The idea behind this word is covenant rebellion ( מרַָד [mārad]). It does denote an active transgressing
of God’s word, BUT it is a loaded term. The law that is transgressed is that which was given in the context of a love-relationship- a covenantal bond/commitment! As such, all rebellion brings with it such ideas as betrayal, disloyalty, and so treachery- that is the idea behind this word!
God’s will/word are not the decrees of a lofty Being who sits on high caring little if nothing for His people. Rather, God’s word represents the covenant desire of a bridegroom who only wills that which is best for His people!