4:1 Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown (something I can have honor in), so stand fast (persevere) in the Lord, my dearly beloved. 2 I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that they be of the same mind in the Lord. 3 And I intreat (request) thee also, true yokefellow (colleagues), help those... Continue Reading →

Philippians 3 3:1 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe. (God is unfailing in his love for us) 2 Beware of dogs (scoundrels), beware of evil workers, beware of the concision. (Mutilation of one's conversion) 3 For we are... Continue Reading →

Philippians 1:19-29 ...perseverance 19 For I know that this shall turn to my salvation (preservation from harm) through your prayer, and the supply (contribution) of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ... Continue Reading →

Philippians 1:6-18 ...personal motivation 6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform (execute the duty) it until the day of Jesus Christ: 7 Even as it is meet (equitable) for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as... Continue Reading →

Philippians 1:1-5 ...setting the stage 1:1 Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with 1)the bishops (one of the co-superintendents entrusted with the well-being of a local assembly or of assemblies within a city or location) 2) and deacons : (a male Christian serving... Continue Reading →