Romans 9:28 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

For he will finish the work, and cut it short in righteousness: because a short work will the Lord make upon the earth. For he will finish the work, and cut it short, etc. - These appear to be forensic terms, and refer to the conclusion of a judicial proceeding; the Lord has tried and found them guilty, and will immediately execute upon them the punishment due to their transgressions.