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The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 1:12-18

A grand principle and a splendid example. "But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel; so that my bonds in Christ are manifest in all the palace, and in all other places; and many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will: the one preach Christ of... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 1:12-20

The gospel promoted by persecution. Paul, having stated the substance of his intercession for the Philippian saints, proceeds to show how his apparently unfortunate imprisonment was being providentially overruled for what they had so much at heart, the furtherance of the gospel. It is most instructive to notice how his great heart transmutes adversity into gold, and sees encouragement where others would glean only despair. I. AS A NOTABLE PRISONER , PAUL WAS DRAWING THE ... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 1:12-30

Thoughts suggested by his captivity. I. PROGRESS OF THE GOSPEL IN ROME . 1 . Generally. "Now I would have you know, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the progress of the gospel." It might have been expected that his imprisonment, which is principally referred to, would have fallen out to the hindrance of the gospel. But Paul would have his Philippian brethren know, for their comfort and confirmation, that, though to some extent... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:12

But I would ye should understand - Paul here turns to himself, and goes into a somewhat extended account of his own feelings in his trials, and of the effects of his imprisonment at Rome he wished them to understand what his circumstances were, and what had been the effect of his imprisonment, probably, for such reasons as these:(1) They were tenderly attached to him, and would feel an interest in all that pertained to him.(2) It was possible that they might hear unfounded rumors about the... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 1:12-14

Philippians 1:12-14. But I would ye should understand, &c. As if he had said, Be not discouraged at my sufferings, but observe and consider this for your encouragement; that the things which happened unto me Greek, τα κατ ’ εμε , the things relating unto me: the apostle means his being sent a prisoner to Rome, and his being kept in bonds there, together with all the sufferings which had befallen him during his confinement; have fallen out rather unto the furtherance Than, as you... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:12-26

Results of Paul’s imprisonment (1:12-26)Some of the Philippians were becoming down-hearted because Paul had been imprisoned so long. He tries to encourage them with the news that through his imprisonment he has been able to tell the good news of Jesus Christ to many people whom he could not reach otherwise. Among these were people such as Roman guards and government officials. His fearless example has encouraged the local Christians to evangelize more boldly (12-14).Unfortunately, the local... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Philippians 1:12

would , &c. = wish ( App-102 .) you. understand . App-132 . things , &c. = things with reference to ( App-104 .) me. fallen out . Literally comp. furtherance . Greek. prokope. Here, Philippians 1:25 , and 1 Timothy 4:15 . Compare Romans 13:12 . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 1:12

Now I would have you know, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the progress of the gospel.The things which happened unto me ... And what were those things? The last half of the book of Acts gives a great many of the near incredible things that happened unto Paul, revealing his life as an odyssey surpassing that of any other, save Christ alone, who ever lived on earth. In addition, 2 Corinthians 11:23-30 briefly mentions many other things not even hinted... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:12

Philippians 1:12. But I would ye should understand,— The Philippians, from the great affection they bore to St. Paul, being much concerned on account of his present sufferings, he labours, from this to the 26th verse, to abate their concern, by representing to them how useful his bonds had been to promote and spread the gospel; how calm and easy he was under all his trouble, and how entirely resigned to the will and service of Christ; and withal lets them know, that he was verily persuaded that... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:12

12. understand—Greek, "know." The Philippians probably had feared that his imprisonment would hinder the spread of the Gospel; he therefore removes this fear. the things which happened unto me—Greek, "the things concerning me." rather—so far is my imprisonment from hindering the Gospel. Faith takes in a favorable light even what seems adverse [BENGEL] (Philippians 1:19; Philippians 1:28; Philippians 2:17). read more