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
The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 1:14
And many of the brethren in the Lord ; rather, and that most. Most of the brethren took courage; there were exceptions . Waxing confident by my bonds . The words, "in the Lord," are perhaps better taken with being "confident." Their confidence rests upon St. Paul's bonds, but it is in the Lord. St. Paul's example gives them courage, because they know that he is suffering for the love of Christ, and is supported in his sufferings by the grace of Christ. Are much more bold to speak the... read more