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Notes
At my first defense: A Roman trial had two parts, a preliminary investigation and the main trial. Paul was probably talking about the first part. It might also refer to his first time in prison at Rome (Acts 28; see 2 Timothy Book Introduction, “Date of Writing”).
everyone deserted me: See study note on 2 Timothy 4:10.
Glossary
John Mark Kingdom of God, Kingdom of Heaven Paul the Apostle Rome (City) Timothy, Second Letter to Titus, Letter to
Topics
Afflictions and Adversities: Forsaken by Friends in Paul Afflictions Made Beneficial in Furthering the Gospel Christian Minister: Persecution: Paul Cowardice: General Scriptures Concerning Feeling Lonely Forgiveness of Injuries: Paul Friendship: General Scriptures Concerning Intercession: Exemplified Intercessory Prayer: should be offered up For: Those Who Forsake Us Meekness: Paul Paul: Persecutions Endured By Persecution of the Righteous Prisoners: Permitted to Make Defense