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God's Reputation is on the Line
Commentators explain that God's commitment to His people is tied to His own reputation. He will not forsake them because doing so would tarnish His "great name" among the nations, making Him seem unfaithful or powerless. This means His promise to His people is secured by His own honor.
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1 Samuel
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Charles Ellicott
On 1 Samuel 12:22
19th Century
Bishop
It has pleased the Lord to make you his people. —The simple doctrine of election—as far as we can see, based solely on th…
Charles Spurgeon
On 1 Samuel 12:20–22
19th Century
Preacher
How gently the old prophet speaks! What a change from the pealing thunder to this gracious voice! It seems like the clear shining after rain.
John Gill
On 1 Samuel 12:22
17th Century
Pastor
For the Lord will not forsake his people for his great name's sake . ] For the sake of himself, his honour and glory; sho…
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Matthew Henry
On 1 Samuel 12:16–25
17th Century
Minister
At Samuel's word, God sent thunder and rain at a time of year when, in that country, such an occurrence was not usually seen. This was to convince …