Matthew 11:26

Yes, Father, you were pleased to do this!

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In The King James Version

Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight.

In Context

25Then Jesus prayed, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, for you've hidden these things from the clever and sophisticated. Instead you've revealed them to ordinary people.

27Everything has been entrusted to me by my Father, and no one really understands the Son, except the Father, and no one really understands the Father, except the Son, and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.

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Cross References

Isaiah 46:10I make known the end from the very beginning, declaring from ancient times what the future will bring. Whatever I plan will take place; I will accomplish everything I wish.

Romans 9:18So God is merciful to those he wishes to be, and hardens the attitude of those he wants to.

Ephesians 1:9He revealed to us his previously-hidden will through which he was happy to pursue his plan

Ephesians 3:11This was in accordance with God's eternal purpose that he carried out in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Matthew Henry on Matthew 11:26-30

Christ's Invitation to Burthened Souls. 25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. 26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight. 27 All things are delivered unto me of my Father: and no man knoweth the Son, but the Father; neither knoweth any man the Father, save the Son, and he to whomsoever the Son will reveal him. 28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are… Read the whole commentary →

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