Philippians 1:26

In order that, your matter of boasting, may be more abundant in Christ Jesus, regarding me, through my own presence again with you.

The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham

In The King James Version

That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.

In Context

25And, of, this, being assured, know that I shall abide,—yea abide with you all, for your advancement, and the joy of your faith;

27Only, in a manner worthy of the glad-message of the Christ, be using your citizenship; in order that—whether coming and seeing you, or being absent, I may hear of the things which concern you—that ye are standing fast in one spirit, with one soul, joining for the combat along with the faith of the glad-message;

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Cross References

John 16:22And, ye, therefore, now, indeed have grief; but, again, will I see you, and your heart shall rejoice,—and, your joy, no one, shall force from you.

2 Corinthians 1:14According as ye have also acknowledged us, in part,—that, your theme of boasting, we are, even indeed as, ye, also [shall be], ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

2 Corinthians 7:6But, he who encourageth them that are brought low, encouraged us,—even God,—by the presence of Titus.

Philippians 3:1For the rest, my brethren—rejoice in the Lord. To be writing, the same things, unto you, to me, is not irksome, while, for you, is safe:—

Philippians 4:4Rejoice in the Lord always: again, I will say—rejoice!

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 →

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