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John Trapp Complete Commentary - 1 Timothy 1:16 - 1:16
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16 Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting.
Ver. 16. Might show forth] By full demonstration and sufficient evidence,
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, so that all might see and say, There is mercy with Christ that he may be feared, yea, mercy rejoicing against judgment, that he may be everlastingly admired and adored.
For a pattern to them, &c.] Therefore the apostle was assured of remission in an ordinary way, and not by any special revelation.