Philippians 1:25
And having this confidence, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith;
Revised King James New Testament
In The King James Version
In Context
24Nevertheless, to remain in the flesh is more necessary for you.
26That in me your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ, through my coming to you again.
Cross References
John 21:15So when they had eaten, Jesus said to Simon Peter, Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these? He said to him, Yes, Lord; you know that I love you. He said to him, Feed my lambs.
Acts 14:22Strengthening the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and saying that through much tribulation we must enter the kingdom of God.
Romans 1:11For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift, so you may be established;
Romans 15:13Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:29And I am sure that, when I come to you, I shall come in the fulness 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 →