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Yes, Father, for so it was well-pleasing in your sight.
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God's Will is the Final Answer
Commentators unanimously explain that Jesus' statement points to the ultimate reason for God's actions: His own sovereign and good will. When we can't understand why God does what He does, especially regarding who receives His revelation, this verse teaches us to find rest in the truth that His will is perfect, just, and good. As scholars like Calvin and Aquinas note, God's good pleasure is the highest and most sufficient reason.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
From the wise and prudent. That is, from those who thought themselves wise—wise according to the world's estimation of w…
Wellpleasing in thy sight (ευδοκια εμπροσθεν σου). "For such has been thy gracious will" (Weymouth).
19th Century
Anglican
For so it seemed good —Literally, Yes, Father, [I thank you] that in this way it was your good pleasure.
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Baptist
And said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed the…
Far from finding fault with his Father’s revealing and concealing, Jesus delighted in it. Whatever pleases his Father pleases him. Jesus could simu…
16th Century
Protestant
Undoubtedly, O Father, this expression removes every pretext for that unrestrained inquiry to which we are continually provoked. There is …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Even so, Father, for so it seemed good in your sight . ] Or, "so is the good will", or "pleasure before thee": thus,…
It is fitting for children to be grateful. When we come to God as a Father, we must remember that he is Lord of heaven and earth, which obliges us …
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, He satisfied John’s followers; now He rebukes the unbelievers. He does two things: first, what was done by the Lord is described, and s…
