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He said, I may not return with you, nor go in with you; neither will I eat bread nor drink water with you in this place:
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The Priority of Obedience
Commentators highlight the man of God's initial, firm resolve. He explicitly states he "may not" return, eat, or drink, showing his commitment to God's specific command. John Gill notes this determination was held even though he was likely hungry and thirsty, demonstrating that obedience to God's clear word should take precedence over personal comfort or need.
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1 Kings
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Reformed Baptist
And he said, I may not return with you, nor go in with you , &c.] Into the city, and into his house in it, being suc…
Presbyterian
The old prophet's conduct proves that he was not really a godly man. When the change took place under Jeroboam, he preferred his ease and interest …
