Galatians 3:20 Now a mediator is not a mediator of one, but God is one. God is one. He alone is to be considered in this transaction. It is all His doing. He not only mediates with us, but also for us; He is on our side; He takes part with us. It is His single hand which achieves the issue; the whole depends upon Him, and is consummated by Him. I. THE PARTIES SUPPOSED. God; man. These two at variance. II. THE MEDIATOR. One who can take up both sides of the case. Necessary that he should receive power and deputation from both, and that each party abide by his determination. In God's stead, and yet man's substitute and surety. Where shall such an one be found? III. GOD PROVIDES THE MEDIATOR. He acts for man, as well as for Himself. 1. God originates the plan. 2. God removes every obstruction. 3. God secures man's co-operation. 4. God alone is to be adored. (R. W. Hamilton, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: Now a mediator is not a mediator of one, but God is one. |
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