Philippians 1:25
And having been convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and will continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith.
A Conservative Version
In The King James Version
In Context
24But to remain in the flesh is more necessary because of you.
26So that your pride may abound in Christ Jesus in me because of my presence with you again.
Cross References
Psalms 60:6God has spoken in his holiness: I will exult, I will divide Shechem, and mete out the valley of Succoth.
John 21:15So when they ate breakfast, Jesus says to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonah, do thou love me more than these things? He says to him, Yea, Lord. Thou know that I love thee. He says to him, Feed my lambs.
Acts 14:22strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that it was necessary for us to enter into the kingdom of God through many tribulations.
Romans 1:11For I long to see you, so that I may impart some spiritual gift to you, in order to establish you,
Romans 15:13Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, for ye to abound in hope in the power of Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:29And I know that when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of the good-news of the Christ.
Matthew Henry on Philippians 1:22-27
The Apostle's Generous Exultation. ( a. d. 62.) 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may… Read the whole commentary →