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God's Abundant, Frugal Provision
Commentators highlight a powerful paradox: Jesus provides so lavishly that thousands are "filled," yet He ensures nothing is wasted by having the disciples gather seven full baskets of leftovers. As Charles Spurgeon notes, "The God of abundance is still the God of frugality." This shows that while God's grace is abundant, we are called to be wise stewards of His blessings, valuing every gift and wasting nothing.
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Albert Barnes
On Matthew 15:32–38
18th Century
Theologian
The miracle recorded here, the feeding of the four thousand, took place on a mountain, near the Sea of Galilee. The same account is recorded in Mar…
Charles Spurgeon
On Matthew 15:36–37
19th Century
Preacher
And he took the seven loaves and the fishes, and gave thanks, and brake them, and gave to his disciples, and the disciples to the multitude. An…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Matthew 15:37
If the number of baskets of leftovers in 14:20 is symbolic, it is hard to see why the seven baskets here (v.37) are not symbolic. The number seven …
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John Gill
On Matthew 15:37
17th Century
Pastor
And they did all eat, and were filled
Every one had a share of the provision, and that to full satisfaction; no one …
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…