Living Is Christ. . Paul seems now not to have been at large in his own hired house, though chained to a soldier, as in Acts 28:16 Acts 28:20 Acts 28:30 Acts 28:31 , but in strict custody in the Prætorium; a change which probably took place on Tigellinus becoming Prætorian Prefect.
27. ... Paul chose to identify with God’s purpose more than his pain in these difficult circumstances. Hence the result is sure. (27-30). For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him. the things which happened unto me--Greek, "the things concerning me." "Your pain has a purpose."
30. ye saw in me--( Acts 16:12 Acts 16:19 , &c. 1 Thessalonians 2:2 ).
So Galatians 5:22 manifold, as one harmonious whole, "the fruit of the Spirit" ( Ephesians 5:9 ) James 3:18 , "the fruit of righteousness" ( Hebrews 12:11 ); Romans 6:22 , "fruit unto holiness." Besides the glorification of Christ by my death, which is my primary object ( Philippians 1:20 ), the change of state caused by death, so far from being a matter of shame ( Philippians 1:20 ) or loss, as my enemies suppose, will be a positive "gain" to me. because to you has been given, as regards Christ, not only the believing on him but the suffering for him also. But the association of that pain makes it purposeful. Posts about Philippians 1:29 written by Pastor LaKisha.
Part of the JesusWalk Bible Study Series. with joy--the characteristic feature in this Epistle, as love is in that to the Ephesians (compare Philippians 1:18 , Philippians 2:2 Philippians 2:19 Philippians 2:28 , 3:1 , Philippians 4:1 Philippians 4:4 ). All real spiritual love is but a portion of Christ's love which yearns in all who are united to Him [ALFORD]. But those who have most reason to desire to depart, should be willing to remain in the world as long as God has any work for them to do. Yet salvation must not be ascribed to bodily afflictions, as though afflictions and worldly persecutions deserved it; but from God only is salvation: faith and patience are his gifts. Philippians 1:29 (NIV)
The oldest manuscripts read the singular, "fruit." The subject of his prayer for them ( Philippians 1:4 ).
This epistle is the only one, among those written by St. Paul, in which no censures are implied or expressed. 2.
We saw three elements of God’s call in the PRINCIPLE: Everything that the believer has of spiritual value is a donation from God—even affliction. So far is their preaching from causing me, as they thought, tribulation in my bonds ( Philippians 1:16 ). The Purpose of Pain Hebrews 11:32-40 Delivered 03/22/15. Fellow-sufferers in the cause of God should be dear one to another. And the more unexpected mercies are before they come, the more of God will be seen in them. 26 That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again. Philippians | Cohick, Lynn H | download | Z-Library. Philippians 1:1-5 (Dwight F. Zeller) 1 1 1 , 2 ... but to you salvation and that from God. Philippians 1:28-29 in no way alarmed by your opponents--which is a sign of destruction for them, but of salvation for you, and that too, from God. Christ, whose interests are my interests, being glorified thereby; and so the coming of His kingdom being furthered, which, when it does come, will bring completed "SALVATION" ( Hebrews 9:28 ) to me and all whose "earnest expectation" ( Philippians 1:20 ) is that Christ may be magnified in them. GROTIUS explains "the fruit of labor" as an idiom for "worthwhile"; If I live in the flesh, this is worth my while, for thus Christ's interest will be advanced, "For to me to live is Christ" ( Philippians 1:21 ; compare Philippians 2:30 , Romans 1:13 ). Please enter your email address associated with your Salem All-Pass account, then click Continue. My life verse certainly has become Philippians 1:6, "being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus" (NIV). Phil.
Philippians 1:29 (JUB)
The Hebrew was "peace," including both temporal and spiritual prosperity. "Notwithstanding" their unkind thought to me, and self-seeking intention, the cause I have at heart is furthered "every way" of preaching, "whether in pretense (with a by motive, Philippians 1:16 ) or in truth (out of true 'love' to Christ, Philippians 1:17 ), Christ is proclaimed; and therein I do rejoice, yea, and I will rejoice." The Spirit thus intimated that the churches were to look up to their own pastors, now that the miraculous gifts were passing into God's ordinary providence, and the presence of the inspired apostles, the dispensers of those gifts, was to be withdrawn [PALEY, "Horæ Paulinæ]. Job 28-29; Philippians 4 The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. (8-11) Fortifies them against being cast down at his sufferings. Philippians 1:29 (NLT)
Until recently, I couldn't see a clear purpose for my injury, but as I rolled out onto the stage at the Anaheim Convention Center to witness to 10,000 teenagers, it hit me like a bolt of lightning.
For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake. Philippians 1:29.
The Greek salutation was "joy" (chairein), akin to the Greek for "grace" (charis).
concerning giving"; 2 Corinthians 9:13 , Galatians 6:6 , Hebrews 13:16 , "To communicate forget not"). of
Philippians 1:29. I am acted upon in a certain way, either good or bad; I experience ill treatment, suffer. But that is not all. 10. Whatever turns to our salvation, is by the Spirit of Christ; and prayer is the appointed means of seeking for it. 16, 17. The subject of his earnest expectation which follows, answers to "my salvation" ( Philippians 1:19 ). Philippians 1:29 (WBT)
There's also suffering for him. Php.
For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him.
Alone, but, only. . Christianity is a vigorous plant, not the hotbed growth of enthusiasm. Understand the meaning of Philippians 1:29 using all available Bible versions and commentary.
Here is what he has given you to do for Christ. Philippians 1:29 "For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake...." Saved by Natalie Mixdorf . Philippians 1:23 - I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; In this study, we will focus on the first of Paul's heart - on death - and ponder about Paul's declaration that death is a situation that is better by far. 1 BETWIXT AND BETWEEN PHILIPPIANS 1:21-30 A SERMON PREACHED IN DUKE UNIVERSITY CHAPEL ON SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2020, BY THE REV. Philippians 2:8-11 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.
Our Pain Has a Greater Purpose I believe there is a side to suffering we miss when we focus solely on our pain rather than on God’s greater purpose. Philippians 1:29 (TMBA)
Philippians 1 New King James Version (NKJV) Greeting. Inward peace springs from a sense of Divine favour. . But the others out of contention (or rather, 'a factious spirit'; 'cabal'; a spirit of intrigue, using unscrupulous means to compass their end; 'self-seeking' [ALFORD]) proclaim (the Greek is not the same as that for 'preach,' but, 'announce') Christ, not sincerely (answering to 'but of a spirit of intrigue,' or 'self-seeking'). Find books You can write a book review and share your experiences. For he has graciously granted you the privilege not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well—. For unto you it is given for Christ, not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him: Philippians 1:29 (RSV)
For to you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake; Philippians 1:29 (WEB)
29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him, 30 since you are going through the same struggle you saw I had, and now hear that I … (ELLICOTT, and others translate, "To be thus minded for you all"), because of my having you in my warmest remembrances even in my bonds, since you are sharers with me in the Gospel grace. let your conversation be--(Compare Philippians 3:20 ). 3:8,12. Paul was not omniscient; in the issue of things pertaining to themselves, the apostles underwent the same probation of faith and patience as we. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus ( Philippians 4:6-7 ).
This summary of the book of Philippians provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of Philippians. We have all had a painful week with the loss of our sister Betty Sue Hill. 13 For everyone here, including the whole palace guard, # 1:13 Greek including all the Praetorium. The Lord's coming, designed by God in every age of the Church to be regarded as near, is to be the goal set before believers' minds rather than their own death. all boldness--"all" is opposed to "in nothing," as "boldness" is the opposite to "ashamed." For it is given to you for Christ, that not only ye believe in him, but also that ye suffer for him; Philippians 1:29 (YLT)
Joy—Firm Yet Gentle Melanie Newton 4.2 Does Philippians 1:6 Guarantee Progressive John F Here is what he has given you to do for Christ. Christians should not be apt to take offence, and should be very careful not to offend God or the brethren. "To believe on Him," is to believe in, and trust through, Him to obtain eternal salvation. 6. confident--This confidence nerves prayers and thanksgivings ( Philippians 1:3 Philippians 1:4 ). Philippians 1:29. "Your pain has a purpose." 22. ὅτι ὑμῖν ἐχαρίσθη τὸ ὑπὲρ Χριστοῦ, οὐ μόνον τὸ εἰς αὐτὸν πιστεύειν ἀλλὰ καὶ τὸ ὑπὲρ αὐτοῦ πάσχειν ). Hence the three pastoral letters, subsequent to this Epistle, give instruction as to the due appointment of bishops and deacons. Philippians 1:29 (WNT)
This accords with the probable course of events, deduced alike from the letters and history.
with one mind--rather as Greek, "soul," the sphere of the affections; subordinate to the "Spirit," man's higher and heavenly nature. But "my rejoicing over you" ( Philippians 2:16 ), answers plainly to "your rejoicing in respect to me" here. through your prayer and the supply--The Greek intimately joins the two nouns together, by having but one preposition and one article: "Through your prayer and (the consequent) supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ (obtained for me through your prayer).". A study of the Epistle of St. Paul to the Philippian Church, in Philippi. …
Verses 8-11 Shall not we pity and love those souls whom Christ loves and pities? Philippians 1:29 (RHE)
Romans 8:19 is the only other place in the New Testament that the word occurs. a good work--Any work that God begins, He will surely finish ( 1 Samuel 3:12 ). Philippians 1:29 (GW)
that everything that has happened to me here has helped to spread the Good News. sincere--from a Greek root. Much more the fact of His beginning the work is a pledge of its completion ( Isaiah 26:12 ). "Knowledge" and "perception" guard love from being ill-judged. Probably Judaizing teachers ( Romans 14:1-23 , 1 Corinthians 3:10-15 , 9:1 , &c. 2 Corinthians 11:1-4 ). This last clause thus assigns the reason why he has them in his heart (that is, cherished in his love, 2 Corinthians 3:2 , 7:3 ), even in his bonds, and in his defense and confirmation of the Gospel (such as he was constantly making in private, Acts 28:17-23 ; his self-defense and confirmation of the Gospel being necessarily conjoined, as the Greek implies; compare Philippians 1:17 ), namely, "inasmuch as ye are fellow partakers of my grace": inasmuch as ye share with me in "the fellowship of the Gospel" ( Philippians 1:5 ), and have manifested this, both by suffering as I do for the Gospel's sake ( Philippians 1:28-30 ), and by imparting to me of your substance ( Philippians 4:15 ). God gave you the honor not only of believing in Christ but also of suffering for him, both of which bring glory to Christ. The words here, "ye saw . For to you it was given on behalf of Rebbe, Melech HaMoshiach, not only to have emunah in him but also on behalf of him to be laden with the burden of Messianic yissurim (sufferings 3:10). And it certainly breaks our hearts to see Glenn in such pain. Challenge #2: Opposition Bringing Suffering (Philippians 1:29-30) “29 For to you it has been granted for Christ’s sake, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake, 30 experiencing the same conflict which you saw in me . Philippians 1:29 … 12 And I want you to know, my dear brothers and sisters, # 1:12 Greek brothers. "Not Paul, but Jesus Christ lives in Paul; wherefore Paul is not moved in the bowels (that is, the tender love, Jeremiah 31:20 ) of Paul, but of Jesus Christ" [BENGEL]. which--your not being terrified. Not between two evil things, but between two good things; living to Christ and being with him. Philippians 1:29 (HNV)
The Roman was "health," the intermediate term between grace and peace.
to think this--to have the prayerful confidence I expressed ( Philippians 1:4-6 ). . You must not only believe in him. Timotheus--mentioned as being well known to the Philippians ( Acts 16:3 Acts 16:10-12 ), and now present with Paul.
Or else, "TO all the rest," that is, "manifest to all the other" Prætorian soldiers stationed elsewhere, through the instrumentality of the Prætorian household guards who might for the time be attached to the emperor's palace, and who relieved one another in succession. The mention of his name implies merely that Timothy joined in affectionate remembrances to them. so now also--when "my body" is "in bonds" ( Philippians 1:17 ). Let us not leave it doubtful whether any good fruit is found in us or not. For them this is evidence of their destruction, but of your salvation. see . For you have been given the privilege of serving Christ, not only by believing in him, but also by suffering for him. There's also suffering for him. Php.) "Your pain has a purpose." . God has given you the privilege not only to believe in Christ but also to suffer for him. Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 3rd Person Singular. (29) For (or, because) unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ.--The force lies, first, in the phrase "it is given" (rather, it was given, from the beginning)--for the original signifies "it was granted as a privilege" or "favour" (as in Acts 27:24; 1Corinthians 2:12; Galatians 3:18)--and next in the words "on behalf of Christ. . Since our troubles may tend to the good of many, we ought to rejoice. 15. Confirmation of Philippians 1:7 . 25. And if we suffer reproach and loss for Christ, we are to reckon them a gift, and prize them accordingly. For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him.
13. my bonds in Christ--rather as Greek, "So that my bonds have become manifest in Christ," that is, known, as endured in Christ's cause. Let us leave it to Christ, which way he will make us serviceable to his glory, whether by labour or suffering, by diligence or patience, by living to his honour in working for him, or dying to his honour in suffering for him. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. Because to you it has been given in the cause of Christ not only to have faith in him, but to undergo pain on his account: Philippians 1:29 (CEB)
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