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The Purpose of Tribulation
Commentators explain that hardship is not pointless but serves a divine purpose. John Calvin calls tribulation a "remedy" that, while grievous, ultimately leads people back to God. Matthew Henry agrees, stating that "afflictions engage and stir us to seek God," helping to bring people back to their right minds by showing them the painful results of turning away.
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Deuteronomy
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Albert Barnes
On Deuteronomy 4:29–40
18th Century
Theologian
Unwilling, as it might seem, to close his discourse with words of terror, Moses makes a last appeal to them in these verses in a different tone.
John Calvin
On Deuteronomy 4:30
16th Century
Theologian
When thou art in tribulation. He here shows the advantage of punishments, on the basis of their usefulness and benefit; for what the Apost…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 4:30
17th Century
Pastor
When you are in tribulation
In a strange land, in the power of a foreign enemy, and used ill:
and…
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Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 4:24–40
17th Century
Minister
Moses urged the greatness, glory, and goodness of God. If we considered what a God he is with whom we have to do, we would surely be conscientious …