Philippians 2:22
and you know his proof, that as a child [serves] a father, he served with me in regard to the good news;
Literal Standard Version
In The King James Version
But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.
In Context
21for the whole seek their own things, not the things of Christ Jesus,
23I indeed hope to send him, when I may see through the things concerning me—immediately;
Cross References
1 Corinthians 4:17because of this I sent to you Timotheus, who is my child, beloved and faithful in the LORD, who will remind you of my ways in Christ, according as everywhere in every assembly I teach.
2 Corinthians 8:8I do not speak according to command, but because of the diligence of others, and proving the genuineness of your love,
2 Corinthians 8:24the showing therefore of your love, and of our boasting on your behalf, show to them, even in the face of the assemblies.
1 Timothy 1:2to Timotheus—genuine child in faith: Grace, kindness, peace, from God our Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!
2 Timothy 1:2to Timotheus, beloved child: Grace, kindness, peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord!
Titus 1:4to Titus—true child according to a common faith: Grace, [[kindness,]] peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Savior!
Matthew Henry on Philippians 2:20-30
Praise of Timothy and Epaphroditus. ( a. d. 62.) 19 But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state. 20 For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state. 21 For all seek their own, not the things which are Jesus Christ's. 22 But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel. 23 Him therefore I hope to send presently, so soon as I shall see how it will go with me. 24 But… Read the whole commentary →