Barnes' Notes on 1 Timothy 4:5

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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For it is sanctified by the word of God - By the authority or permission of God. It would be profane or unholy if he had forbidden it; it is made holy or proper for our use by his permission, and no command of “man” can make it unholy or improper; compare Genesis 1:29; Genesis 9:3. And prayer - If it is partaken of with prayer. By prayer we are enabled to receive it with gratitude, and everything that we eat or drink may thus be made a means of grace. return to 'Top of Page'

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