Philippians 1:28

“and in nothing affrighted by the adversaries: which is for them an evident token of perdition, but of your salvation, and that from God”

“And in nothing”: “Not for. moment intimidated” (Ber). “Shew. bold front at all points” (Knox). “Affrighted”: “Properly of the terror of. startled horse” (Vincent p. 427). “ Not startled in anything” (Robertson p. 442). “Describes those who are suddenly terrified or intimidated. Their faith seems to be swept away by the first breath of antagonism or of criticism.. single book, or one pronouncement of. self-confident skeptic, overthrows the convictions of. lifetime, or at least produces. spiritual paralysis which makes active effort for Christ impossible” (Erdman pp. 72-73). “Which is for them”: Such. bold confidence in the face of opposition. “An evident token”: “Your fearlessness is. clear omen of ruin for them” (Mof). “A demonstration or proof” (Vincent p. 427). “Perdition”: The word means ruin or loss, thus eternal ruin.

Jackson points out: “We must, however, interject this word of caution. Courage can never be. substitute for obedience to the Lord's plan. Bravery on the part of one who is in error is proof of nothing” (p. 38). Neither is "persecution" clear evidence that one is on the right path. The Christian must always be honest (Luke 8:15). When the Christian faces opposition and the various opposing arguments completely fail to "dent" the truthfulness of the gospel, it is. clear sign that our opponents are in the wrong and lost, and it is. clear sign that we are on the right track and thus on the way leading to eternal life.

“And that from God”: His revelation provides us with the absolute truth, which enables us to take an unyielding stand, even in the midst of opposition.