Charles Spurgeon Commentary Philippians 4:14

"Howbeit ye did well that ye had fellowship with my affliction." — Philippians 4:14 (ASV)

Through Christ which strengtheneth me.

There is no improper boasting there, for Paul could do all things through Christ's mighty power. It has been well said that the angels excel in strength, but the saints excel in their weakness. When we are most weak, and Christ strengthens us, then are the most excellent virtues produced.