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Therefore I sent to you at once, and it was good of you to come. Now therefore we are all here present in the sight of God to hear all things that have been commanded you by God."
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A Model for Hearing God's Word
Commentators universally praise the attitude of Cornelius and his household. They gathered intentionally, recognized they were "in the sight of God," and were ready to hear and obey "all things" commanded by the Lord. Scholars like Calvin and Henry see this as the model posture for every believer receiving God's Word—one of reverence, attentiveness, and submission.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
You have done well. This is an expression of grateful feeling.
Before God. In the presence of God. It is implied that they …
And thou hast well done that thou art come (συ τε καλως εποιησας παραγενομενος). "And thou didst well in coming." A regular formul…
19th Century
Anglican
Thou hast well done.—The peculiar turn of the phrase, in social usage, made it the expression, not of me…
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Cornelius told all about his vision, described how he sent for Peter, and invited him to relate “everything the Lord has commanded you to tell us.”…
16th Century
Protestant
Therefore, we are all now present. So that Peter may be more ready and willing to teach, Cornelius affirms that he and the rest will be re…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Immediately therefore I sent unto thee This he said, to show his obedience to the heavenly vision, and his faith in …
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When we see our call to any service as clear, we should not be perplexed by doubts and scruples arising from prejudices or former ideas.
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