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A Gambler for Christ
Commentators highlight the powerful Greek word used to describe Epaphroditus's actions, which means he "gambled with his life." His near-fatal illness wasn't from persecution but from pushing himself to the brink through relentless effort in serving Paul. This demonstrates a radical, all-in devotion to the "work of Christ," where personal well-being becomes secondary to the mission.
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Albert Barnes
On Philippians 2:30
18th Century
Theologian
Because for the work of Christ. That is, either by exposing himself in his journey to see the apostle in Rome, or by his labours there.
AT Robertson
On Philippians 2:30
Hazarding his life (παραβολευσαμενος τη ψυχη). First aorist middle participle of παραβολευω (from the adjective παραβολος), to pla…
Charles Ellicott
On Philippians 2:30
19th Century
Bishop
Not regarding his life.—According to the true reading, the sense is “having hazarded his life.” Literally, it means h…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Philippians 2:30
There were two reasons why Epaphroditus deserved a genuine welcome. First, he had been engaged in the work of Christ and had actually risked his li…
John Calvin
On Philippians 2:30
16th Century
Theologian
Because for the work of Christ. I consider this as referring to the illness which he had brought upon himself by relentless effort. Theref…
John Gill
On Philippians 2:30
17th Century
Pastor
Because for the work of Christ he was nigh unto death
Meaning either the work the church sent him about, and which h…
Matthew Henry
On Philippians 2:19–30
17th Century
Minister
It is best for us when our duty becomes natural to us. Naturally, that is, sincerely, and not in pretense only; with a willing heart and upright vi…