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Philippians 4:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Philippians 4:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Philippians chapter 4 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Exhortations to Stand Firm
“Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.”
Philippians 4:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Philippians 4:1
Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.Paul's affection overflows: agapētoi kai epipothētoi ("beloved and longed for"), chara kai stephanos ("joy and crown"). They're his eschatological reward (2:16). Stēkete en kyriō ("stand fast in the Lord")—military metaphor recalls 1:27. This verse contributes to Philippians chapter 4's themes of joy, peace, contentment, and gratitude—Paul's prison epistle climax showing joy transcending circumstances through Christ's sufficiency.
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Cross-References for Philippians 4:1
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“that”
“Watch ye”
“and let your heart take courage. Yes”
“that I didn't run in vain nor labor in vain.”
“my beloved brothers”
“Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you.”
“how I long after all of you in the tender mercies of Christ Jesus.”
“Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)”
“honor”
“and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory in great joy”