John Calvin Complete Commentary - James 4:15

John Calvin Complete Commentary - James 4:15 - 4:15

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John Calvin Complete Commentary - James 4:15 - 4:15

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15If the Lord will. A twofold condition is laid down, “ we shall live so long,” and, “ the Lord will;” because many things may intervene to upset what we may have determined; for we are blind as to all future events. ⁽¹³⁵⁾ By will he means not that which is expressed in the law, but God’ counsel by which he governs all things.

(135) The words may be rendered thus, “ the Lord will, we shall both live and do this or that.” So that living and doing are both dependent on God’ will.