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Now I desire to have you know, brothers, that the things which happened to me have turned out rather to the progress of the gospel;
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God's Unexpected Victories
Commentators unanimously highlight the central paradox of this verse: Paul's imprisonment, which seemed like a major setback, actually served to advance the gospel. Scholars like Ellicott and Spurgeon note this led to evangelism among Roman guards and even in Caesar's household. It's a powerful reminder that God can turn what appears to be a defeat into a strategic victory for His kingdom.
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Philippians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
But I would have you understand. Paul here turns to himself, and goes into a somewhat extended account of his own feelings in his trials, …
The things which happened unto me (τα κατ' εμε). "The things concerning me" = "my affairs" as common in Josephus.
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19th Century
Anglican
The things which happened unto me—namely, since he parted from them ()—his arrest at Jerusalem, and the long captivity of…
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Baptist
Notice the beautiful self-forgetfulness of the apostle Paul. As long as the gospel could be more widely published, he did not mind where he was, or…
“I want you to know” typically introduces an important assertion and may imply that misunderstanding has arisen over a matter. In this instance, th…
16th Century
Protestant
But I wish you to know We all know from our own experience how much the flesh is inclined to be offended by the humiliation of the cross. …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But I would you should understand, brethren The church at Philippi having heard of the apostle's troubles, he was very desirou…
The apostle was a prisoner at Rome; and to counteract the offence of the cross, he shows the wisdom and goodness of God in his sufferings. These th…
13th Century
Catholic
Having stated the reason for hope concerning the future, he now indicates the matters for which he prays for them. First, he mentions his desire, w…
