Philippians 1:29

L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:1-30

Consistently with the character of the epistle, in his addressing the Philippians, Paul does not do so as an apostle, but linking Timothy's name with his own, makes use of the lowlier title, "servants of Jesus Christ." It will be noted that in those epistles in which he writes as an apostle, he makes an authoritative communication of the mind of God, which rightfully requires the obedience of faith. As an apostle he is invested with God-given authority. As a servant, on the other hand,... read more

James Gray

James Gray's Concise Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:1-30

JOY IN SUFFERING The epistle opens with the customary salutation or greeting (Philippians 1:1-2 ). Timothy is named with Paul, not that he is a co-writer, but a co-worker in Philippi, and hence known to the church. He is however, Paul’s companion in Rome at this time. Note the important expression “in Christ Jesus,” which was explained in Ephesians. Note the advanced development of the church “bishops and deacons” or “overseers and working-helpers.” Then comes the thanksgiving (Philippians... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Philippians 1:27-30

(27) ¶ Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel; (28) And in nothing terrified by your adversaries: which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that of God. (29) For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:27-30

27-30 Those who profess the gospel of Christ, should live as becomes those who believe gospel truths, submit to gospel laws, and depend upon gospel promises. The original word "conversation" denotes the conduct of citizens who seek the credit, safety, peace, and prosperity of their city. There is that in the faith of the gospel, which is worth striving for; there is much opposition, and there is need of striving. A man may sleep and go to hell; but he who would go to heaven, must look about him... read more

Frank Binford Hole

F. B. Hole's Old and New Testament Commentary - Philippians 1:1-99

Philippians 1 IN OPENING, PAUL does not present himself as an apostle, but just as a bondman of Jesus Christ. Hence we are not to regard the experience which he is led to relate as being something apostolic, and therefore beyond the reach of ordinary Christians. On the contrary it is the experience of a bondman or servant, and we all are that. He addresses himself to those at Philippi who could be spoken of as “saints in Christ Jesus.” Being in Christ they were set apart for God. They had... read more

Paul E. Kretzmann

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Philippians 1:27-30

An Admonition to Constancy and True Unity. Php_1:27-30 v. 27. Only let your conversation be as it becometh the Gospel of Christ, that, whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the Gospel, v. 28. and in nothing terrified by your adversaries; which is to them an evident token of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that of God. v. 29. For unto you it is given in the... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Philippians 1:27-30

SECTION IIIThe Lord’s Example and Pattern for the Observance of the ChurchPhilippians 1:27 to Philippians 2:18(1) A true Christian deportment the condition of the Apostle’s joy in the Church (Philippians 1:27-30)Characteristics of a Christian walk (Philippians 1:27-28 a); and the incentives to such a walk (Philippians 1:28 b, Philippians 1:30)27Only let your conversation [deportment] be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you or (else) be absent, I may hear of your... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Philippians 1:22-30

Privileged to Suffer in Christ’s behalf Philippians 1:22-30 Our “manner of life” is all-important. In the open day and in the hours of darkness it must be worthy of the gospel. We must show ourselves to be of a heavenly tone and temper, as citizens of that “city which hath foundations, whose builder and maker is God.” Lady Powerscourt used to say that she dwelt in heaven, but came down for a few hours each day to do her work on earth, returning home at night. Clearly, then, our dress,... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:1-30

This letter is in itself a revelation of Christian experience. The word “sin" is not mentioned. The flesh is referred to only that it may be ignored. It is characterized by a revelation of the mind of love. Associating Timothy with himself, the apostle described Timothy and himself as the "servants of Jesus Christ." Declaring that he thanks God upon all his remembrance of Philippians he tells them that he is praying that their “love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and all... read more

Robert Neighbour

Wells of Living Water Commentary - Philippians 1:15-30

Preaching Christ Philippians 1:15-30 INTRODUCTORY WORDS 1. Some preach Christ of envy and strife. Of one thing we are sure: we are commanded to contend earnestly for the faith once delivered. Of another thing we may be equally sure: we are not to preach Christ with contention. The word in II Timothy says, "The servant of the Lord must not strive." To the contrary we are told to "be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient." In meekness we are to instruct "those that oppose themselves."... read more

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