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5361 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 262.5 (Matthew Henry)
… this argument for the last, as very powerful with so good a man; that the less he indulged his passion, the more he consulted his peace and the repose of his own …
5362 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 332.4 (Matthew Henry)
… this argument, in seeking peace with God. It is, therefore, our wisdom to yield to him, because it is in vain to contend with him: what confidence is that which those …
5363 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 398.2 (Matthew Henry)
… great argument by which to enforce repentance; the vilest who submit and yield themselves to the Lord, seek his grace, and give themselves to his service, shall …
5364 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 442.2 (Matthew Henry)
… his arguments. Were any of the saints or servants of God visited with such Divine judgments as Job, or did they ever behave like him under their sufferings …
5365 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 445.2 (Matthew Henry)
… their arguments with contempt. Bildad's discourse shows that he had not a favourable opinion of Job's character. Job owned that God did not pervert judgment …
5366 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 447.3 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument for mercy, Thou hast made me, do thou new-make me; I am thine, save me.
5367 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 460.2 (Matthew Henry)
… , with arguments taken from his promises, his covenant, and his glory. A patient waiting for death and judgment is our wisdom and duty, and it cannot be without …
5368 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 470.2 (Matthew Henry)
Job 33:1-7 Job had desired a judge to decide his appeal. Elihu was one according to his wish, a man like himself. If we would rightly convince men, it must be by reason, not by terror; by fair argument, not by a heavy hand.
5369 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 477.4 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument to humble ourselves before the great God; for he created this vast animal, which is so fearfully and wonderfully made. Whatever strength this …
5370 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 545.4 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument of sincerity. And when we pray in simplicity and godly sincerity, our prayers will be answered. This will excite gratitude to Him who hath not turned …
5371 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 721.4 (Matthew Henry)
… their arguments. Can they tell of a cure for human depravity? Jehovah has power which cannot be withstood; this he will make appear. But the certain knowledge …
5372 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 757.3 (Matthew Henry)
… no argument for their relief. Every sin against the Lord is a sin against ourselves, and so it will be found sooner or later.
5373 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 860.3 (Matthew Henry)
… and arguments to enforce the petitions. Do it for the Lord Christ's sake; Christ is the Lord of all. And for his sake God causes his face to shine upon sinners …
5374 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 865.4 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument for us to walk so that God may not be dishonoured by us: Thou art my people. If a man's family walk disorderly, it is a dishonour to the master. If God …
5375 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 945.4 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument to support her request. The state of this woman is an emblem of the state of a sinner, deeply conscious of the misery of his soul. The least of Christ …
5376 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 946.6 (Matthew Henry)
… same argument with respect to the soul and its state of never-ending happiness or misery! Thousands lose their souls for the most trifling gain, or the most …
5377 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 958.4 (Matthew Henry)
… great argument to prove Christ to be the Son of God, is his resurrection; and none could have more convincing proofs of the truth of that than these soldiers …
5378 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 986.4 (Matthew Henry)
… . The arguments here used are for our encouragement to cast our care upon God, which is the right way to get ease. As in our stature, so in our state, it is our wisdom …
5379 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 990.4 (Matthew Henry)
… , or arguments, can give true repentance without the special grace of God renewing the sinner's heart.
5380 Matthew Henry's Concise Bible Commentary, p. 999.7 (Matthew Henry)
… prevailing argument with an awakened soul to follow Christ, is, that it is he only who takes away sin. Whatever communion there is between our souls and Christ …