New TestamentPauline Epistle
Philippians Chapter Summaries
Philippians is Paul's letter of joy from prison, thanking the church and encouraging contentment in Christ.
4
Chapters
104
Total Verses
Paul the Apostle
Author
AD 60-62
Date Written
Book Outline
Paul's Circumstances
1:1-30Joy in suffering
Christ's Example
2:1-30Humble service
Paul's Goals
3:1-21Press on
Peace and Provision
4:1-23Rejoice always
All 4 Chapters
Paul's Circumstances
1
Philippians 1: Paul's Thanksgiving and Prayer
30 versesPaul expresses gratitude and prays for the Philippians' growth
2
Philippians 2: Christ's Humility and Exaltation
30 versesExhortation to unity modeled on Christ's humility
3
Philippians 3: Righteousness Through Faith
21 versesPaul warns against legalism and stresses faith in Christ
4
Philippians 4: Joy and Peace in Christ
23 versesEncouragement to rejoice and trust God in all circumstances
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Key Themes
JoyHumilityContentmentPartnershipChrist's ExamplePress On
Key Verses
“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”Philippians 4:13
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer.”Philippians 4:6-7
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.”Philippians 2:5