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God Saves the Best for Last
Commentators like Spurgeon and Gill see a profound spiritual truth here. Just as the best wine was served last, God's blessings for His people improve over time. The joy of the New Covenant surpasses the Old, and the ultimate joy of heaven will far exceed any earthly pleasure. This miracle illustrates that in our walk with Christ, the best is always yet to come.
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Albert Barnes
On John 2:10
18th Century
Theologian
Every man. It is customary, or it is generally done.
When men have well drunk. This word does not necessarily mean that th…
Charles Ellicott
On John 2:10
19th Century
Bishop
When men have well drunk.—The same Greek word is used in the LXX. in Genesis 43:34, and rendered in the Authorized Version were merry;…
Charles Spurgeon
On John 2:10
19th Century
Preacher
The governor of the feast did not understand this, yet he admired it, and this illustrates what our Lord always does. He gives his people the best …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On John 2:10
The “master of the banquet” was not the host, but a headwaiter or toastmaster called in to take care of the distribution of food and drink at a lar…
John Gill
On John 2:10
17th Century
Pastor
And says unto him
The following words; expressing the common custom used at feasts:
every man at …
Matthew Henry
On John 2:1–11
17th Century
Minister
It is very desirable when there is a marriage, to have Christ acknowledge and bless it. Those who want Christ with them at their marriage must invi…