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Philippians 1:12

King James Version (KJV)

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Philippians 1:12

Verse 12 of 30

Scripture focus

But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things [which happened] unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel;

Philippians 1:12 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Philippians 1:12

Theological / Devotional

Ye should understand. The clause, common in Greek letters, may be literally translated, “I wish you to know.” Paul here introduces a different topic — his own imprisonment and its relation to the preaching of the gospel.

Which happened unto me. Rather, “pertaining to me.” Paul is referring to his affairs. His statement suggests that the Philippians had expressed anxiety regarding the outcome of a change in Paul’s circumstances, both as to his person and as to the progress of the gospel.

Have fallen out. Paul hastens to assure the Philippians that good rather than harm has resulted from his confinement. He wanted them to understand that in the providence of God his trials were being used to advance the preaching of the gospel. As so often happens, the wrath of men brought glory to God (see on Psalm 76:10).

Rather. This word implies that the Philippians had feared the worst.

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