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God's Generosity Isn't Human
David is stunned that God's promise extends far into the future, establishing his dynasty forever. Commentators like Spurgeon and Gill explain that his question, "Is this the manner of man?" highlights the contrast between human limitations and God's lavish, divine generosity. God's grace is not measured by human standards; it is overwhelmingly abundant.
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2 Samuel
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Samuel 7:19
18th Century
Theologian
Is this the manner of man - Compare 1 Chronicles 17:17. This passage can be understood as follows: it is the law (or prerogative…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Samuel 7:19
19th Century
Bishop
Is this the manner of man? —This clause is very obscure in the original, and little help in determining its meaning can b…
Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Samuel 7:19
19th Century
Preacher
And this was yet a small thing in your sight, O Lord GOD; but you have spoken also of your servant's house for a great while to come. And is th…
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John Gill
On 2 Samuel 7:19
17th Century
Pastor
And this was yet a small thing in your sight, O Lord God
This of raising him to the throne, and settling him on it, …
Matthew Henry
On 2 Samuel 7:18–29
17th Century
Minister
David's prayer is full of the breathings of devout affection toward God. He had low thoughts of his own merits. All we have, must be looked upon as…