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Even Christ Felt Failure
Commentators unanimously identify the speaker as the Messiah, who expresses a profound sense of disappointment. This feeling of having 'labored in vain' prophetically describes Jesus' earthly ministry, where He was largely rejected by His own people. This shows that even the most perfect servant of God can experience what feels like failure and discouragement.
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 49:4
18th Century
Theologian
Then I said - I, the Messiah. In the previous verses He speaks of His appointment to the office of Messiah and of His dignity. The design he…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 49:4
19th Century
Bishop
Then I said.—The accents of disappointment sound strangely coming from the lips of the true Servant; but the prophet had learned b…
Charles Spurgeon
On Isaiah 49:4
19th Century
Preacher
Then I said, I have laboured in vain, I have spent my strength for naught, and in vain: yet surely my judgment is with the LORD, and my work wi…
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John Calvin
On Isaiah 49:4
16th Century
Theologian
And I said, In vain have I toiled. The Prophet here brings forward a grievous complaint in the name of the Church, yet in such a manner th…
John Gill
On Isaiah 49:4
17th Century
Pastor
Then I said
The Messiah said, by way of objection, in a view of what treatment he should meet with, or when entered …
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 49:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The great Author of redemption shows the authority for his work. The sword of his word slays the lusts of his people, and all at enmity with them. …