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The Goal of God's Power
Commentators emphasize that the ultimate result of Jesus' incredible healings was not just amazement, but worship. The crowd 'glorified the God of Israel,' acknowledging His unique power and goodness. This shows that the purpose of God's mighty acts is to draw people to praise Him, distinguishing Him as the one true God.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 15:29–31
18th Century
Theologian
Sea of Galilee. That is, the Lake of Gennesaret. For an account of the principal diseases mentioned here, see Barnes on Matthew 4:24.
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Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 15:28–31
19th Century
Preacher
Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from tha…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 15:31
Mark 7:31 has Jesus traveling to the Decapolis on the southeastern side of the lake, still outside Herod’s jurisdiction (cf.[Reference …
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John Gill
On Matthew 15:31
17th Century
Pastor
Insomuch that the multitude wondered
The multitude of the spectators, who, though they came in expectation of seeing…
Matthew Henry
On Matthew 15:29–39
17th Century
Minister
Whatever our situation, the only way to find ease and relief is to lay it at Christ's feet, to submit it to Him, and refer it to His disposal. Thos…
Thomas Aquinas
On Matthew 15:29–39
13th Century
Philosopher
Previously, the Gospel teaching was confirmed by the deliverance of the Gentiles from the power of the devil through Christ’s might; now He confirm…