Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Philippians 1:4 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for Philippians 1:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Philippians chapter 1 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy,”
Philippians 1:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Philippians 1:4
Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy (πάντοτε ἐν πάσῃ δεήσει μου, pantote en pasē deēsei mou)—The repetition of pas ("all/every") emphasizes comprehensiveness: always...every prayer...for you all. Making request (δέησις, deēsis, specific petition) distinguishes from general prayer (proseuchē), suggesting Paul had particular needs in mind for this congregation.With joy (μετὰ χαρᾶς, meta charas)—the first of 16 references to joy/rejoicing in Philippians. Paul prays joyfully despite chains, establishing the letter's dominant theme: joy independent of circumstances, r...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Philippians 1:4
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“mentioning you in our prayers”
“whom I serve in my spirit in the Good News of his Son”
“even as we have been commanded by the Father.”
“by being like-minded”
“to the redemption of God's own possession”
“because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through you”
“yet am I with you in the spirit”
“that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and all discernment;”
“my brothers”
“or joy”