Philippians 1:12

Now I want you to know, brothers, that the events against me have actually turned out for the advancement of the Gospel:

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In The King James Version

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

In Context

11having been filled with the fruits of righteousness that are through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

13as a result, it has become evident to the whole imperial guard, and to everyone else, that I am in chains for Christ;

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Cross References

Acts 11:19Now those who had been scattered by the persecution that came about in connection with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, speaking the word to no one except Jews only.

Acts 22:1“Men, brothers and fathers, listen to my defense before you now.”

Romans 8:28Further, we know that all things work together for good for those who love God, for those who are called according to purpose.

2 Timothy 2:9for which I am suffering to the point of being in chains like a criminal, but the Word of God is not chained.

Matthew Henry on Philippians 1:10-12

The Apostle's Affection and Hope. ( a. d. 62.) 9 And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; 10 That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ; 11 Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God. These verses contain the prayers he put up for them. Paul often let his friends know what it was he begged of God for them, that they might know… Read the whole commentary →

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