Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary Philippians 1:10

"so that ye may approve the things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and void of offence unto the day of Christ;" — Philippians 1:10 (ASV)

The atmosphere in which their love should operate requires the Philippians continually “to discern what is best.” Some things are clearly good or bad. In others the demarcation is not so readily visible. In Christian conduct and the exercise of love, such factors as one’s influence on others and the effect on oneself must be considered (1 Corinthians 10:32). The question should not only be “Is it harmful?” but “Is it helpful?” (1 Corinthians 10:23).

The goal in view is the “day of Christ,” in which all believers must stand before the Lord and give an account of their deeds (2 Corinthians 5:10). This sobering and joyous prospect should have a purifying effect on their lives .