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For Yahweh will not forsake his people for his great name`s sake, because it has pleased Yahweh to make you a people to himself.
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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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19th Century
Anglican
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…
Baptist
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.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
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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Presbyterian
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 …
