Philippians 1:25
And having confidence in this, I know that I shall abide with you all, unto your promotion and the joy of your faith;
1902 William Baxter Godbey NT
In The King James Version
In Context
24but to remain in the flesh is safer on account of you.
26in order that your rejoicing in Christ Jesus may abound in me through my coming again unto you.
Cross References
John 21:15Then when they took breakfast, Jesus says to Simon Peter; Simon, the son of Jonah, dost thou love me with divine love more than these? He says to Him, Yes, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee as a friend. He says to him; Feed my lambs.
Acts 14:22strengthening the souls of the disciples, exhorting them to abide in the faith, and it behooves them through many tribulations to enter into the kingdom of God.
Romans 1:11For I long to see you, in order that I may impart unto you a certain spiritual grace, that you may be established;
Romans 15:13And the God of hope fill you in all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, in the power of the Holy Ghost.
Romans 15:29but I know that coming unto you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing 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 →