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But now I will not be to the remnant of this people as in the former days, says Yahweh of Hosts.
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Obedience Unlocks Blessing
Commentators unanimously agree that the "former days" of hardship were a direct result of the people's disobedience in neglecting to rebuild the temple. The "but now" in this verse marks a pivotal turning point. Because the people have returned to the work, God promises to change His posture from discipline to blessing, demonstrating a clear link between obedience and experiencing God's favor.
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Zechariah
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And now - The words imply a contrast of God’s dealings, rather than a contrast of time. I am not to the remnant of this people. He …
19th Century
Baptist
Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Let your hands be strong, ye that hear in these days these words by the mouth of the prophets, which were in the …
16th Century
Protestant
The Prophet, having taught us that God was reconciled to His people, now seasonably exhorts the Jews to prepare themselves for work and to exert th…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But now I [will] not [be] to the residue of this people , &c.] The remnant brought out of captivity, settled in the …
Only those who lay their hands to the plough of duty will have them strengthened with the promises of mercy: those who avoid their fathers' faults …