Philippians 1:27
Just be sure that the way you live your lives corresponds to the good news of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or not I can get to hear how you're doing—that you stand firm in full agreement with one another, spiritually united as you work together for the trusting faith of the good news.
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26so that when I see you again your praise to Christ Jesus may be even greater because of me.
Cross References
1 Chronicles 19:12Joab told him, “If the Arameans are stronger than me, you come and help me. If the Ammonites are stronger than you, I'll come and help you.
Psalms 133:1How good, how delightful it is when people live together lin harmony!
Jeremiah 32:39I will make sure they think the same way and act in harmony, so that they will always honor me so all will be good for them and their descendants.
John 17:20I'm not only praying for them, I'm also praying for those who trust in me because of their message.
Acts 4:32All the believers thought and felt the same way. None of them claimed anything they had as their own, but shared everything with each other.
Romans 1:5It was through him that I received the privilege of becoming an apostle to call all nations to obedient trust in him.
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 →