LUKE—NOTE ON Luke 10:21 rejoiced in the Holy Spirit. See Luke 3:22; Luke 4:1, Luke 4:18. Father. See note on Matt. 6:9. Lord of heaven and earth. Compare Acts 17:24. Jesus’ rejoicing is due primarily to God’s having revealed (Luke 10:22) the presence of the kingdom and Satan’s fall (vv. Luke 10:17) to little children, that is, to the disciples, who have childlike faith (v. Luke 10:23). wise and understanding. Wise in the world’s eyes but unwilling to accept the gospel. Compare 1 Corinthians 1:19.

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