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Jesus' Wise Question
Commentators like Charles Spurgeon highlight the practical wisdom in Jesus' question. Instead of agreeing to a blank-check request, Jesus first asks for specifics. This serves as a prudent lesson for believers: never promise to do something 'in the dark' but first seek clarity. It's a model for wise communication and commitment.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Mark 10:36–39
19th Century
Preacher
And he said unto them, What would ye that I should do for you? They said unto him, Grant unto us that we may sit, one on thy right hand, and th…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Mark 10:36
The request made by James and John seems utterly preposterous. They vainly came to Jesus with a carte blanche request! When Jesus asked what that m…
John Gill
On Mark 10:36
17th Century
Pastor
And he said to them
And also to their mother, and to them by her, what
would you that I should do…
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Matthew Henry
On Mark 10:32–45
17th Century
Minister
Christ's perseverance in His undertaking for the salvation of humankind was, is, and will be, the wonder of all His disciples. Worldly honor is a g…