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Now when I came to Troas for the gospel of Christ, and when a door was opened to me in the Lord,
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The "Open Door" Metaphor
Commentators unanimously explain that the "open door" is a metaphor for a divinely-given opportunity for effective gospel ministry. Just as an open door invites entry, God was creating a favorable environment in Troas where people were receptive to hearing about Christ. Scholars note Paul uses this same metaphor in 1 Corinthians 16:9.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Furthermore. But, (de.) This particle is properly adversative; but frequently denotes transition and serves to introduce somethin…
To Troas (εις την Τρωιαδα). Luke does not mention this stop at Troas on the way from Ephesus to Macedonia (Acts 20:1f.…
19th Century
Anglican
Furthermore, when I came to Troas.—The article, perhaps, indicates the Troad as a district, rather than the city, just as…
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This is the final section in Paul’s explanation of his recent conduct (see the introduction for more on the historical events). Titus had been disp…
16th Century
Protestant
When I had come to Troas. By now mentioning what he had been doing in the meantime, in what places he had been, and what route he had purs…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Furthermore, when I came to Troas The apostle proceeds, in this latter part of the chapter, to take notice of and re…
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A believer's triumphs are all in Christ. To him be the praise and glory of all, while the success of the gospel is a good reason for a Christian's …
13th Century
Catholic
Having given the first reason for his delay—that he might avoid coming to them in sadness—the Apostle now gives the second reason: the fruit he was…
