Galatians 2:5 To whom we gave place by subjection, no, not for an hour; that the truth of the gospel might continue with you. During the Spartan war against Xerxes, the Athenians were entreated not to abandon their natural allies, and leave Greece to be enslaved. Pointing to the sun, Aristides replied, "While that sun holds his course, we will come to no terms with Xerxes. For you, Spartans, our character might have raised us above your fears. The earth contains not the gold, nor does the sun shine upon the land that could move our purpose." Even with such unshaken courage and faithfulness must Christians fight against the enemies of the gospel of Christ. (R. Brewin.) Parallel Verses KJV: To whom we gave place by subjection, no, not for an hour; that the truth of the gospel might continue with you. |
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