Philippians 2:22
But you know his worth, because as a child serves his father, so he served with me in the gospel.
Unlocked Literal Bible
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 they all seek their own interests, not the things of Jesus Christ.
23So I hope to send him as soon as I see how things will go with me.
Cross References
1 Corinthians 4:17That is why I sent you Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of my ways in Christ, just as I teach them everywhere and in every church.
2 Corinthians 8:8I say this not as a command. Instead, I say this in order to test the sincerity of your love by comparing it to the eagerness of other people.
2 Corinthians 8:24So show them your love, and show to the churches the reason for our boasting about you.
1 Timothy 1:2to Timothy, a true son in the faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
2 Timothy 1:2to Timothy, beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.
Titus 1:4To Titus, a true son in our common faith. Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus 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 →