Written from the “comfort,” or complete lack thereof, of Caeser’s household around 60-62 A.D. Paul uses his imprisonment to express thankfulness to Christ Himself, first and foremost, as well as to the Philippians for their partnership in the advancement of the Gospel.
true wisdom only comes through the Gospel, and as we mature and grow in our faith journey, the “mysteries” that surround it no longer seem so secret after all. The Holy Spirit shows us the ways we are to walk in Christ, and the results eventually speak for themselves.
17 Then Ananias went to the house and entered it. Placing his hands on Saul, he said, “Brother Saul, the Lord—Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you were coming here—has sent me so that you may see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” 18 Immediately, something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, and he could see again. He got up and was baptized, 19 and after taking some food, he regained his strength.
