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A Blueprint for Prayer
Commentators explain that Moses provides a powerful template for prayer. He doesn't appeal to the people's merit but directly to God's character. His plea is based on two pillars: the greatness of God's mercy and God's consistent track record of forgiveness, showing us how to approach God in repentance.
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John Calvin
On Numbers 14:19
16th Century
Theologian
Pardon, I plead with you, the iniquity of this people. In order to encourage his hope of pardon, he first considers the greatness of God’s…
John Gill
On Numbers 14:19
17th Century
Pastor
Pardon, I beseech you, the iniquity of this people ,
according unto the greatness of your mercy
Matthew Henry
On Numbers 14:11–19
17th Century
Minister
Moses made humble intercession for Israel. In this, he was a type of Christ, who prayed for those who spitefully used him. The pardon of a nation's…