Philemon 1:6

so that the christian faith, which you have in common with us, displays itself to the observation of all good men about you.

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Summary

Philemon 1:6

That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.

The communication

James 2:14

The acknowledging

In you

2 Peter 1:8

Bible References

The communication

for the execution of this charitable office, does not only supply the necessities of the converts, but by the thanksgivings of many redounds also to the glory of God.

and the favour I ask of him is this, that your kindness to me may be crown'd with farther improvements in knowledge and all prudence;

Let our brethren too learn some honest profession to supply their occasions, that they may not be destitute of an income.

for God is too just to his promise not to regard your piety, and the love which you have shewn to the christian religion by the assistance ye have given to the saints, and still continue to give.

What advantage is it, my brethren, for a man to say he has faith, if he has no beneficence? can such a faith save him?

The acknowledging

even so let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father who is in heaven.

the secrets of his heart become manifest; and so falling down on his face, he will worship God, and declare that God is certainly amongst you.

Finally, my brethren, whatever has the character of truth, of dignity, of justice, of chastity, whatever can procure you esteem and reputation, in a word, if there be any thing virtuous or praise-worthy, let that be the object of your enquiry.

whom the divine power preserves through faith for that salvation, which is going to be made manifest in the latter time.

souls. Let your behaviour among the Gentiles be virtuous, that instead of inveighing against you as vicious, they may observe your honest behaviour,

Let the married women be subservient to their husbands, that if they happen to disbelieve the gospel, they may be gain'd by the instructive conduct of their wives,

In you

for if you are possess'd of these virtues and improve therein, they will prevent the knowledge you have of our Lord Jesus Christ from being useless to others, and unprofitable to yourselves.