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Philippians 1:25

King James Version (KJV)

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Philippians 1:25

Verse 25 of 30

Scripture focus

And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

Philippians 1:25 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Philippians 1:25

Theological / Devotional

Having this confidence. That is, being convinced of the need for his continued presence.

I know. In the light of the context this should not be interpreted in any prophetic sense, as if Paul were foreseeing an extension of his own life, but simply as an expression of his own conviction.

I shall abide. Convinced of their need of him, Paul expresses his confidence that the Lord will permit him to live and continue to do his appointed work. This expectation was fulfilled. When he appeared before Nero he was declared guiltless and was released (see Vol. VI, p. 101; AA 486, 487). He again labored among the churches for a brief period, possibly visiting Philippi, only to be once more imprisoned and later executed.

Furtherance. That is, progress. This word may be linked with the faith that is later mentioned, so that the phrase reads, “progress of your faith.”

Joy of faith. Progressive faith brings joy into life.

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