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The Ultimate Honor and Security
Commentators emphasize that being called 'sons and daughters of the Lord Almighty' is the greatest possible privilege, far surpassing any earthly rank. This relationship isn't just a title; it comes with the promise of God's fatherly protection, guidance, and care. The term 'Almighty' specifically highlights that our Father has all power to protect His children.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
18th Century
Theologian
And will be a Father unto you. A father is the protector, counselor, and guide of his children; he instructs them, provides for them, and …
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
Saith the Lord Almighty (λεγε Κυριος παντοκρατωρ). 2 Samuel 7:8. This use of εις is a Hebraism for Hebrew le in…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
19th Century
Bishop
And will be a Father to you...—Again we have, as it were, a mosaic of citations: I will be a Father... from [Ref…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
The next mosaic of OT texts comes from 2 Samuel 7:14a, 27, with the reference to “daughters” possibly coming from Isa 43:6. What God pr…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
16th Century
Theologian
I will be a Father unto you. This promise does not occur in one passage only, but is repeated in various instances. Paul has added it with…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 6:18
17th Century
Pastor
And will be a father unto you
The same is promised to Solomon, (2 Samuel 7:14) and said of Israel, ([Ref…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 6:11–18
17th Century
Minister
It is wrong for believers to associate with the wicked and profane. The word unbeliever applies to all who are lacking true faith. True pastors wil…