Longed for (επιποθητο). Late and rare verbal adjective (here alone in N.T.) from επιποθεω.

So stand fast (…

Philippians Chapter 4

Analysis of the Chapter.

This chapter comprises the following points:

1. Exhortations.
2. Solem…

Therefore.—By this word, just as at the conclusion of the description of the “depth of the riches of the wisdom of God” ([Referenc…

Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.

It is a great …

This verse is another of Paul’s subtle transitions, so skillfully blended as to make it difficult to decide whether it should be placed with what p…

Therefore, my brethren He concludes his doctrine, as he usually does, with most urgent exhortations, so that he may establish it more firm…

Therefore, my brethren
Not in a natural but spiritual relation; having the same Father, being of the same family, an…

The believing hope and prospect of eternal life should make us steady and constant in our Christian course. There are differences in gifts and grac…

Previously, the apostle proposed examples for the Philippians to follow. Here, in a moral exhortation, he shows how they should conduct themselves.…