Philemon 1:6

I pray that the faith you share with us may deepen your understanding of every blessing that belongs to you in Christ.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

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

because the service of this ministry is not only providing for the needs of the saints but is also overflowing with many thanks to God.

And I pray this, that your love may abound even more and more in knowledge and every kind of insight

Here is another way that our people can learn to engage in good works to meet pressing needs and so not be unfruitful.

For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love you have demonstrated for his name, in having served and continuing to serve the saints.

What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but does not have works? Can this kind of faith save him?

The acknowledging

In the same way, let your light shine before people, so that they can see your good deeds and give honor to your Father in heaven.

The secrets of his heart are disclosed, and in this way he will fall down with his face to the ground and worship God, declaring, "God is really among you."

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is worthy of respect, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if something is excellent or praiseworthy, think about these things.

who by God's power are protected through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

and maintain good conduct among the non-Christians, so that though they now malign you as wrongdoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God when he appears.

In the same way, wives, be subject to your own husbands. Then, even if some are disobedient to the word, they will be won over without a word by the way you live,

In you

For if these things are really yours and are continually increasing, they will keep you from becoming ineffective and unproductive in your pursuit of knowing our Lord Jesus Christ more intimately.