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God's Unlikely Heroes
All three commentators emphasize the significance of Ebed-melech being an Ethiopian, a foreigner. His righteousness is starkly contrasted with the failure of Judah's own princes. As Calvin notes, this is similar to the Good Samaritan, reminding believers that God can raise up faithful people from the most unexpected places and backgrounds to accomplish His will.
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Jeremiah
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John Calvin
On Jeremiah 38:7–9
16th Century
Theologian
Jeremiah relates here how he was delivered from death, for he could not have lived long in the mire; partly because he would have died from lack, a…
John Gill
On Jeremiah 38:8
17th Century
Pastor
And Ebedmelech went forth out of the king's house As soon as he heard of the prophet's distress, he immediately went out …
Matthew Henry
On Jeremiah 38:1–13
17th Century
Minister
Jeremiah went on in his plain preaching. The princes went on in their malice. It is common for wicked people to look upon God's faithful ministers …