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They came, everyone whose heart stirred him up, and everyone whom his spirit made willing, and brought Yahweh`s offering, for the work of the tent of meeting, and for all of its service, and for the holy garments.

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The Willing Heart

Commentators agree that the offerings were not a tax but a response from a "willing spirit." John Gill highlights that this impulse and willingness are ultimately from God. This teaches that true generosity in God's service flows from a heart that God Himself has moved.

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Exodus

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Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 35:21

19th Century

Bishop

THE ZEAL OF THE PEOPLE IN OFFERING AND ASSISTING IN THE WORK.

They came, every one whose heart stirred him up.<…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 35:21

17th Century

Pastor

And they came everyone whose heart stirred him up
Who felt an impulse upon his mind, a strong inclination in him:

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 35:20–29

17th Century

Minister

Without a willing mind, costly offerings would be abhorred; with it, the smallest will be accepted. Our hearts are willing, when we cheerfully assi…