The gist of this expression seems to convey a supernatural opening of the minds of those to whom Jesus was speaking, to receive the truths He unfolded. Whereas their understanding was once dull, they finally saw clearly.
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for Luke 24:45.
This is a reminder that failure to appropriate the truth of the gospel produces stagnation in spiritual advancement and the inability to understand or assimilate additional teaching.
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for Hebrews 5:11.
The world’s false religions are fallen man’s attempts to escape the true God – not to seek Him. Man’s natural tendency is to seek his own interests (Philippians 2:21), but his only hope is for God to seek him (John 6:37,44). It is only as a result of God’s work in the heart that anyone seeks Him (Psalm 16:8; Matthew 6:33).
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for Romans 3:11.
Those who have been blessed with revelation and understanding from God should produce spiritual fruit.
Be encouraged today!
Most of the Corinthian believers were the opposite of what Paul here admonished. They were extremely experienced in evil, but greatly lacking in wisdom.
Commentary from the MacArthur study Bible, notes for 1 Corinthians 14:20.
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