1 Corinthians 16:9

1 Corinthians 16:9. For a great door and effectual, &c.— Some think that here is an allusion to the door of the circus, whence chariots were let out when the races were to begin: and that the word 'Αντικειμενοι, signifies the same as antagonists, with whom the Apostle was to contend, as in a course, Acts 19:20; Acts 19:41. This opposition rendered his presence more necessary to preserve those who were already converted, and to increase the number, if God should bless his ministry.