The one preach Christ of contention, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my bonds:
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Interpretation
The apostle was a prisoner at Rome; and to take off the offence of the cross, he shows the wisdom and goodness of God in his sufferings. These things made him known, where he would never have otherwise been known; and led some to inquire after the gospel.
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This thought runs through Philippians 1:15-17.