But Saul increased all the more in strength, and confounded the Jews who lived in Damascus by proving that Jesus was the Christ.
22. And Saul waxed stronger. Luke doth not only in this place commend the bold zeal of Paul in confessing the faith of Christ, but also he telleth us that he had strong reasons to convince the Jews. He waxed strong, saith he, that is, he got the victory in disputation; his confession did carry with it great force and efficacy, “Vim et energiam conjunctam,” combined force and energy.
God's work is perfect; if He begins, He will make an end. Christ never abandons those brought to His feet, even when they lie blind and broken. He tears to heal, smites to bind up, convinces to comfort. Ananias is sent to look after Saul, not because the great apostles were too busy, but so Christ might honour the obscure and encourage faithful ministers wherever our lot is cast.
AI summary
Commenting on Acts 9:10-22
But Saul increased the more in strength,.... Not of body, but of mind; his gifts and graces, and spiritual light and knowledge increased; his abilities were greater; his fortitude of mind, boldness, and freedom of speech, every day increased: he got more, and new, and fresh arguments, by which he himself was confirmed, and he confirmed others in the truths of Christ.