Through vainglory (κατα κενοδοξιαν). Late word, only here in N.T., from κενοδοξος (κενοσ, δοξα, Galatians 5:26, only he…

Let nothing be done through strife. This means with a spirit of contention. This command forbids us to do anything, or attempt anything, a…

This verse expresses the negative result of this unity of soul—that nothing will be done in “strife,” that is, factiousness (the word used…

If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, fulfill ye…

Paul exhorts the Philippians to make his joy full by “being like-minded” (lit., “minding the same thing”). He was already experiencing joy because …

[Let] nothing [be done] through strife
About words merely; otherwise they were to strive for the faith of the Gospel…

Here are further exhortations to Christian duties: to like-mindedness and lowliness of mind, according to the example of the Lord Jesus. Kindness i…

Previously, the Apostle offered himself as an example of patience and holiness; here he presents others as examples of the same. First, he gives th…