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An Unlikely Audience
Commentators note the stunning accuracy of Jesus's prophecy. At the time, it was almost unthinkable that humble Galilean fishermen would stand before powerful governors and kings. The historical fulfillment of this—with apostles like Paul and Peter appearing before Roman rulers—is highlighted as powerful evidence of Christ's divine foreknowledge.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 10:18
18th Century
Theologian
And you shall be brought, etc. This prediction was completely and abundantly fulfilled, Acts 5:26; Acts 12:1–4;[Refe…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 10:16–25
19th Century
Preacher
Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. But beware of men: for they …
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 10:18
As the witness would extend at some future time beyond Galilee and the Jewish race to Gentiles, so also would the opposition (cf. “governors” and “…
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John Gill
On Matthew 10:18
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall be brought before governors
Meaning Roman governors; so Paul was had before Gallio, Felix, and Festas;…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 10:16–42
17th Century
Minister
Our Lord warned his disciples to prepare for persecution. They were to avoid all things which gave an advantage to their enemies, all meddling with…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 10:16–42
13th Century
Philosopher
The Lord instructed the Apostles concerning their office and their necessary means of livelihood; but now He instructs them concerning their immine…