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He went into their synagogues throughout all Galilee, preaching and casting out demons.
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Preaching Was the Priority
Commentators emphasize that Jesus' primary mission during this tour was to preach the Good News. While casting out demons was a vital part of his ministry, it was secondary to proclaiming God's message. His concern was that focusing only on miracles could prevent people from understanding his true purpose and identity.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And he preached in their synagogues. See Matthew 4:23.
All Galilee. See Matthew 2:22.
And cast out devils.…
Throughout all Galilee (Εις ολην την Γαλιλαιαν). The first tour of Galilee by Jesus. We are told little about this great preaching…
19th Century
Anglican
And he preached.—See Note on Matthew 4:23.
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Baptist
It is a pity that he could not go further than to say to Christ, "If thou wilt," but it is a great mercy that he could go as far as that. …
Jesus’ reply shows that he feared his healings and exorcisms were hindrances to understanding who he really was. The people of Capernaum were inter…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he preached in their synagogues Which were in the next towns, in the village cities, and throughout …
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