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Having therefore obtained the help that is from God, I stand to this day testifying both to small and great, saying nothing but what the prophets and Moses did say should come,
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Paul attributes his survival and endurance not to his own strength but to "the help that is from God." Commentators note the Greek word for "help" implies assistance from a powerful ally. This shows that in the face of opposition, believers can stand firm, knowing God is their faithful protector and sustainer.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Having therefore obtained help of God. Paul had seen and felt his danger. He had known the determined malice of the Jews and their efforts…
Having therefore obtained (ουν τυχων). Second aorist active participle of old verb τυγχανω.
The help that is from G…
19th Century
Anglican
Having therefore obtained help of God. The Greek noun for “help” is not used elsewhere in the New Testament. It implies t…
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Baptist
And I said, Who are you, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom you persecute. But rise and stand upon your feet; for I have appeared to you for th…
Nevertheless, in fulfillment of Christ’s promise (v.17), God had stood by Paul, protecting him and enabling him to proclaim “to small and great ali…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Having therefore obtained help of God Both to preach the Gospel, and escape danger; for he had delivered him many a …
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Paul was made a Christian by Divine power; by a revelation of Christ both to him and in him; while he was in the full career of his sin. He was mad…
