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For the creation waits with eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed.
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Creation is on Tiptoe
Commentators emphasize the Greek word for 'earnest expectation' (apokaradokia), which paints a picture of creation 'on tiptoe' or 'straining forward with an outstretched head.' This isn't passive waiting but an intense, active, and eager longing for the future glory of God's children.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For the earnest expectation (apokaradokia). This word occurs only here and in Philippians 1:20: According to my earnest expec…
The earnest expectation of creation (η αποκαραδοκια της κτισεως). This substantive has so far been found nowhere save here and Php…
19th Century
Anglican
Ours is not a merely isolated hope; we have our place—
“Amidst onward sloping motions infinite,Making for one sure goal.”
The wh…
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Baptist
For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
Before passing to the final ministry of the Spirit (vv.26–27), Paul lingers over the concept of future glory in relation to present suffering. His …
16th Century
Protestant
For the intent expectation of the creation, etc. He teaches us that there is an example of the patience to which he had exhorted …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For the earnest expectation of the creature Some by the creature understand the universe, all created beings animate…
The sufferings of the saints strike no deeper than the things of time, last no longer than the present time, are light afflictions, and only for a …
13th Century
Catholic
After proving that we are freed through the grace of Christ, the Apostle now explains the reason for the delay of immortal life—the inher…
