philippians-4:13

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Philippians 4:10-23

(10) ¶ But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly, that now at the last your care of me hath flourished again; wherein ye were also careful, but ye lacked opportunity. (11) Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. (12) I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: everywhere and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. (13) I can do all things through Christ which... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:10-19

10-19 It is a good work to succour and help a good minister in trouble. The nature of true Christian sympathy, is not only to feel concern for our friends in their troubles, but to do what we can to help them. The apostle was often in bonds, imprisonments, and necessities; but in all, he learned to be content, to bring his mind to his condition, and make the best of it. Pride, unbelief, vain hankering after something we have not got, and fickle disrelish of present things, make men discontented... read more

Frank Binford Hole

F. B. Hole's Old and New Testament Commentary - Philippians 4:1-99

Philippians 4 THERE ARE TWO words in the first verse which direct our thoughts to what has gone before: “Therefore” and “so.” We are to stand fast in the Lord therefore, that is, because of, or in view of, what has just been stated. Well, what has been stated? Our heavenly calling, our heavenly citizenship, our expectation of that body of glory, fashioned like unto Christ’s in which we shall enter into our heavenly portion. No uncertainty here! And no disappointment when the moment of... read more

Paul E. Kretzmann

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Philippians 4:10-13

Acknowledgment of the Kindness of the Philippians. How Paul accommodated himself to every situation: v. 10. But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at the last your care of me bath flourished again, wherein ye were also careful, but ye lacked opportunity. v. 11. Not that I speak in respect of want; for I have learned in whatsoever state I am therewith to be content. v. 12. I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound; everywhere and in all things I am instructed both to... read more

Johann Peter Lange

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Philippians 4:10-20

(4). The Apostle’s thankfulness for the gifts of love which he has received from them( Philippians 4:10-20).His joy on account of such friendship (Philippians 4:10); correction of a possible misunderstanding on their part (Philippians 4:11-13); grateful recognition of their kindness (Philippians 4:14-17); and assurance of the divine blessing (Philippians 4:18-20)10But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly, that now at the last your care of me hath flourished again; wherein ye were also careful, but ye... read more

Alexander MacLaren

Alexander MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture - Philippians 4:10-14

Philippians HOW TO SAY ‘THANK YOU’ Php_4:10-14 R.V.. It is very difficult to give money without hurting the recipient. It is as difficult to receive it without embarrassment and sense of inferiority. Paul here shows us how he could handle a delicate subject with a feminine fineness of instinct and a noble self-respect joined with warmest gratitude. He carries the weight of obligation, is profuse in his thanks, and yet never crosses the thin line which separates the expression of gratitude... read more

Frederick Brotherton Meyer

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Philippians 4:10-23

“My God Shall Supply Every Need” Philippians 4:10-23 The Apostle had been glad to receive the gifts of his friends, because these evidenced their earnest religious life. It was fruit that increased to their account. On his own part he had learned one of the greatest of lessons-contentment with whatever state he found himself in. This is a secret that can only be acquired by our experience of life in the will of God. When once the soul lives in God and finds its highest ideal in the... read more

G. Campbell Morgan

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Philippians 4:1-23

Passing from particular to general instruction, the apostle first enjoined the grace of rejoicing. Twice he repeated his injunction. Moreover, he charged the Philippians that forbearance toward all men should be manifested. Continuing, he showed that the cure for anxiety is supplication with thanksgiving. In this connection he used that remarkable phrase, "the peace of God." Observe it carefully, the peace of God, His quietness as serenity, based on His infinite knowledge and unlimited power.... read more

Peter Pett

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:10-19

A Final Expression Of Gratitude For Their Concern About Him As Revealed In The Gift That Epaphroditus Had Brought (Philippians 4:10-19 ). Paul has taken the opportunity provided by Epaphroditus’ return to Philippi, to send what was very much a pastoral letter, and one which was also partly to smooth the way for Epaphroditus’ return to Philippi (Philippians 2:25-30). But in it he now expresses his gratitude for their thoughts concerning him, especially as it was revealed in a practical way by... read more

Peter Pett

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:12-13

‘I know how to be abased, and I know also how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in want. I can do all things in him who strengthens me.’ And he takes the opportunity to strengthen the resolve of the Philippians in terms of his own example. Let them learn from his own behaviour, for who could know when they might be called on to face something of what he had faced? So he points out that he knows how... read more

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Philippians 4:10-23

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:10-19

F. B. Hole's Old and New Testament Commentary - Philippians 4:1-99

The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann - Philippians 4:10-13

Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures: Critical, Doctrinal and Homiletical - Philippians 4:10-20

Alexander MacLaren's Expositions of Holy Scripture - Philippians 4:10-14

F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Philippians 4:10-23

G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Philippians 4:1-23

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:10-19

Peter Pett's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 4:12-13

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