The apostle exhorts them to stand fast in the lord, phlippians 4. In the first chapter the key thought is expressed in verse 21. In chapter 3, paul spoke primarily about his own situation. This verse is very powerful, but if you think about it logically, it doesnt mean that you can do anything you want, but only that which christ strengthens you to do. The best manuscripts omit the word christ in this place. The book of philippians can be summarized in the word encouragement. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Properly, i have strength in all things, rather according to the context to bear than to do. It is authored by paul the apostle about mid50s to early 60s ce and addressed to the christians in philippi. There is joy when harmony prevails among the brethren 2. The apostle paul, joined in his salutation by timothy. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook.
The epistle to the philippians executable outlines. I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me. The epistle to the philippians chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to appreciate why the philippians were a source of great joy to paul 2 to learn from pauls attitude concerning persecution, death, and the purpose of life summary paul begins his epistle with his customary salutation followed by an expression of thanksgiving and. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early church fathers such as polycarp and. The unanimous testimony of the early church was that the apostle paul wrote philippines. This was still several years before his death in 68. Closing appeal for steadfastness and unity therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom i love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the lord in this way, dear friends. Philippians 4 new international version niv closing appeal for steadfastness and unity. But the universal extension of the maxim beyond the immediate occasion and context is not inadmissible. Try to read the whole book of philippians again as we study chapter 2. Philippians 14 paul and timothy, servants of christ.
Paul wrote this letter while in prison to the church to also tell them how he was doing. The book of philippians chapter four workbook ee onlinebible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter four of the book of philippians. Philippians 4 closing appeal for steadfastness and bible. What is your favorite bible verse from the book of philippians. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons.
And the peace of god, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in christ jesus. There is joy in knowing christ and experiencing his resurrection power 3. Verse 1 actually concludes pauls previous passage, from the end of chapter 3, with an encouragement to stand. This includes prayers and encouragement philippians 4. The general consensus is that these epistles were written during pauls imprisonment at rome cf. Read what philippians 4 can teach you about contentment your daily bible verse november 3 from your daily bible verse. Philippians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Paul then talks about joyfulness and prayerfulness. Philippians is one of pauls four prison epistles phl 1. If jesus possessed the nature of deity, could he lose that nature or. Philippians chapter 4 coffmans commentary of the new. Paul made it to the jews, for the hope of israel am i bound in this chain. Chapter 4 speaks of christs strength in times of suffering. The book of philippians was written in approximately a.
Philippians 4 is the fourth and the last chapter of the epistle to the philippians in the new testament of the christian bible. The answer lies buried in the midst of a thankyou note. Philippi was the first town in macedonia where paul established a church. Since then, i started my spring semester, got through midterms, ended my indoor track season by competing at my indoor track and field conference meet, intentionally invested in all of my relationships, and grew my faith. Philippians 4 niv bible therefore, my brothers and. Watch our overview video on the book of philippians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The chapter starts with an admonition to two of the church members to work out some differences.
I can do all things through him who strengthens me. First, paul is very warm, encouraging, and winsome towards his partners in gospel ministry as he turns his attention specifically to them. And he has said to me, my grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness. Despite his frequent need, and harsh treatment, paul joyfully declares his confidence that god will allow him to endure anything. Scripture charm bracelet combines a unique chapter and verse number and graphically represent a beloved bible verse. I plead with euodia and i plead with syntyche to be of the same mind in the lord. I can do all things through christ who strengthens me. Be encouraged and grow your faith with daily and weekly devotionals. A grateful acknowledgment of their kindness, philippians 4. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to god. The last time i published a blog was on january 6th. Philippians 4, new international version niv the bible app. Watch our overview video on the book of philippians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its. The book of philippians is commonly believed to be written in the year 61 or 62 ad.
For i can do everything through christ, who gives me strength. Philippians chapter 4 barnes notes on the new testament. Notwithstanding ye have well done, that ye did communicate with my affliction. Philippians saint jerome, bible foundation and online book initiative, ed. In verse 12 paul gives various eventualities that he might face. Nothing in the letter would have motivated a forger to write it.
I can do all things through christ which strengtheneth me. Most gladly, therefore, i will rather boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of christ may dwell in me. It was at philippi, which the apostle visited on his second. This chapter contains pauls final exhortation, thanks for support and conclusion of the epistle. What does verse 4 chapter means in philippians answers. Now ye philippians know also, that in the beginning of the gospel, when i departed from macedonia, no church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only. And requests his true yokefellow to help them to a good understanding, phlippians 4. Bible cover in canvas with art print on front and back7 x 10zipper closurebible verse quotei can do all things through christ who strengthens me. Properly, my bonds are made manifest as in christi. Hendriksen made a distinction between gods general providence over all of his creation, including even plants and animals, and the very special providence of which believers are the objects, f34 applying the latter to the philippians as promised in this verse. Internet verse search commentaries word analysis itl draft. Gives them directions concerning their temper and frame of mind, phlippians 4.
In chapter 4, he begins to speak to the local philippian. It represents the ultimate and ideal consciousness of the christian. He says that their care of him had been manifested again, in such away as to be highly grateful to his feelings, philippians 4. Yes, and i ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early. And beseeches euodias and syntyche to be of one mind in divine things, phlippians 4. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. Philippians, chapter 4 king james version christian.
The first word in chapter 4the greek word hoste so that, so then, wherefore, thereforeconnects chapter 4 to chapter 3. What philippians 4 can teach you about contentment your. Philippians derives its name from the greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located. The book of philippians chapter one workbook ee onlinebible this bible study workbook is designed to facilitate your study of chapter one of the book of philippians. The epistle to the philippians introduction author the apostle paul 1.
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