Philippians 1:25
And this am I sure of, that I shall abide, and with you all continue, for your furtherance and ioy of your faith,
Geneva Bible 1599
In The King James Version
In Context
24Neuerthelesse, to abide in the flesh, is more needefull for you.
26That ye may more aboundantly reioyce in IESVS CHRIST for me, by my comming to you againe.
Cross References
Psalms 60:6God hath spoken in his holines: therefore I will reioyce: I shall deuide Shechem, and measure the valley of Succoth.
John 21:15So when they had dined, Iesus said to Simon Peter, Simon the sonne of Iona, louest thou me more then these? He said vnto him, Yea Lord, thou knowest that I loue thee. He said vnto him, Feede my lambes.
Acts 14:22Confirming the disciples hearts, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, affirming that we must through many afflictions enter into the kingdome of God.
Romans 1:11For I long to see you, that I might bestowe among you some spirituall gift, that you might be strengthened:
Romans 15:13Nowe the God of hope fill you with all ioye, and peace in beleeuing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the holy Ghost.
Romans 15:29And I knowe when I come, that I shall come to you with abundance of the blessing of the Gospel of 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 →