Philippians 4:1

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Summary

Philippians 4:1

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

Therefore

Philippians 3:20

2 Peter 3:11

And

Philippians 1:8

Philippians 2:26

My joy

So

Bible References

Therefore

However, our citizenship is in heaven. We also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Seeing that these things are thus all to be dissolved (destroyed), what manner of persons should you be in all holy living and godliness?

And

God is my witness, how I long for you all in the tender mercies of Christ Jesus.

He longed to see you and was worried because you had heard that he was sick.

My joy

Hold fast to the word of life so I may rejoice in the day of Christ. That way I will not have labored in vain.

as also you did acknowledge us in part, that we are your reason to be proud, even as you also are ours, in the day of our Lord Jesus.

Who is our hope, or joy, or crown of exultation? Is it not you, in the presence of our Lord Jesus, at his coming?

What thanks can we render to God for you and for all the joy we have for your sakes before our God?

So

Let your manner of life be worthy of the good news about Christ. Whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your conduct, that you stand fast in one spirit (common purpose) (mental disposition) (vital principle), with one mind striving together for the faith of the good news.

Hope (wait) (expect) (trust) in Jehovah and be strong. Let your heart be courageous. Yes, hope in Jehovah.

They who trust in Jehovah are like Mount Zion. It is not shaken, but remains forever.

Men will hate you because of me. He who endures to the end will be saved.

Jesus told the Jews who believed him: If you dwell in my word you truly are my disciples.

You are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you.

They continued devoting themselves to doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.

When he arrived he saw the grace of God and was glad. He exhorted them all to remain true to the Lord as their only purpose of heart.

They strengthened the disciples and encouraged them to continue in the faith. They said, We must enter the kingdom of God through much tribulation.

[He offers] everlasting life for those who search for incorruptible glory and honor by enduring in good works.

Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and unmovable. Always have plenty to do in the work of the Lord, for you know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.

Be alert (be watchful) and stand fast (be vigilant) (persevere) in the faith, carry on as men (be courageous), be strong. (Ps 31:24)

Christ liberated us for freedom (moral liberty). Stand fast therefore, and do not become entangled again in a yoke of bondage.

Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in his mighty strength.

Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always striving for you in his prayers, that you may stand perfect and fully assured in all the will of God.

Now we live, if you (persevere) stand fast in the Lord.

So then, brothers, stand firm and hold to the precepts (Greek: paradosis: traditions of doctrines, teachings handed down) you were taught by word of mouth or by letter from us.

You therefore, my child, be strengthened in the grace (loving-kindness) that is in Christ Jesus.

For we have become companions (partners) with Christ if indeed we hold the beginning of our firm trust to the end.

We have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, so let us hold fast our confession.

Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering, for he is faithful that promised.

You therefore, beloved, knowing this beforehand, avoid being carried away with the error of the wicked and falling from your own steadfastness.

You, beloved, build yourself up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit.

Because you have kept the word of my patience (endurance), I also will keep you from the hour of testing. This will come upon the whole world to test (scrutinize) (discipline) (examine) those who dwell on the earth.