ACC ~ 1 Corinthians 4 v9

A SPECTACLE. AMBROSE: Paul was worthy to be watched by angels as he strove to win the prize of Christ, as he struggled to establish the life of angels on earth and confound the wickedness of angels in heaven. For he wrestled with spiritual wickedness. Rightly did the world watch him, to follow his example. EPISCOPAL ELECTION AT VERCELLAE 63.71.

THE CONTRAST WITH PETTINESS. CHRYSOSTOM: From the things by which he vilifies himself, Paul shows us how great he is. From the things that make the Corinthians proud he displays their littleness. HOMILIES ON THE EPISTLES OF PAUL TO THE CORINTHIANS 12.6.

WHY THE ANGELS MARVEL. THEODORET OF CYR: The angels marvel at the apostles’ fortitude. As for human beings, some rejoice in the apostles’ afflictions, while others are moved to pity but have no help to offer. COMMENTARY ON THE FIRST EPISTLE TO THE CORINTHIANS 189.

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