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Prophecy as a Remedy for Unbelief
Commentators unanimously agree that God gave clear, long-range prophecies because He knew Israel's obstinate character. By foretelling future events, He provided undeniable proof of His sovereignty, preemptively countering their tendency to either disbelieve His promises or credit their deliverance to idols.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 48:4
18th Century
Theologian
Because I knew that thou art obstinate - I made these frequent predictions, and fulfilled them in this striking manner because I kn…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 48:4
19th Century
Bishop
Because I knew that you are obstinate ... —The point is that Jehovah foresees not only the conquests of Cyrus, but the ob…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 48:4–5
19th Century
Preacher
See the care of God towards the most obstinate of people. He knows that they will pervert things, so he prevents them as far as it is possible to d…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 48:4
16th Century
Theologian
For I knew that you are obstinate. Literally, it is, “On account of my knowing,” or, “From my knowing.” Here the Lord solemnly declares by…
John Gill
On Isaiah 48:4
17th Century
Pastor
Because I knew that you are obstinate
Or "hard" F1 , hard hearted, an obdurate and rebellious people, con…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 48:1–8
17th Century
Minister
The Jews prided themselves on their descent from Jacob and claimed Jehovah as their God. They took pride in Jerusalem and the temple, yet there was…