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Let Yahweh, the God of the spirits of all flesh, appoint a man over the congregation,
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God Knows the Heart
Moses addresses God as "the God of the spirits of all flesh." Commentators explain this is a profound statement of faith. It acknowledges that God, as the creator of every soul, has unique insight into each person's character, gifts, and fitness for service. Moses trusts God to choose a successor because only God truly knows who is best equipped to lead His people.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The God of the spirits of all flesh - An acknowledgment that man, who is but flesh (), is of himself helpless; and lives and mo…
19th Century
Anglican
Let the Lord ... — We have a remarkable instance here of the true greatness of Moses, as a type of Him whose words were, Weep …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Let the Lord, the God of the spirits of all flesh The Maker of the souls of men, called the spirits of all flesh, or…
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Envious spirits do not love their successors, but Moses was not one of these. We should concern ourselves, both in our prayers and in our efforts, …
