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Scofield's Reference Notes - Philippians 1:6

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Chuck Smith Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:1-30

Now, that we might continue to grow in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, let us turn to Philippians 1 .Paul the apostle was arrested in Jerusalem, held in prison in Caesarea for two years until he appealed to Caesar and was brought as a prisoner to Caesar in Rome, in order that he might appear before Caesar and appeal his case. While Paul was in Rome for two years awaiting his appearance before Caesar, he was under house arrest. He was able to rent his own quarters, however, twenty-four... read more

Joseph Sutcliffe

Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 1:1-30

Philippians 1:1 . Paul and Timotheus. The latter is associated as a fellow-labourer, and an apostolic man with himself. They had together planted churches, at the hazard of their lives, and their labours entitled them to great honour. Hence we find the name of Sosthenes, and Silvanus, connected with that of Timothy, in writing to the Thessalonians. 1 Corinthians 1:1. But where do we find the like in the bulletins of Rome? With the bishops and deacons. Tirinus says, the presbyters are... read more

Joseph Exell

The Biblical Illustrator - Philippians 1:3-11

Philippians 1:3-11I thank my God upon every remembrance of you Retrospect and forecastI.The retrospect.1. Its subject--“fellowship of the gospel.”(1) Their mutual delight in all that the gospel brings. The grace that saved the apostle was that which saved his converts. Having a common faith they had a bond of union.(2) Their cooperation in all attempts for the furtherance of the gospel.2. The emotions it awakened.(1) A grateful recognition of its unbroken character. Never had a single jar... read more

Joseph Exell

The Biblical Illustrator - Philippians 1:6

Philippians 1:6“Being confident of this very thing.” Spiritual cultureI. The signs whereby we may know God has begun this gracious work.1. The signs are not to be sought in any set methods or patterns by which God is supposed to begin His work of training the soul for Himself. His ways are endless. Some souls have to be smitten: for others a gentle look is enough, e.g., Saul and Zacchaeus.2. There are certain impressions and effects produced by the preaching of the gospel or by the ways of God... read more

John Trapp

John Trapp Complete Commentary - Philippians 1:6

6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: Ver. 6. That he which hath begun a good work ] Gr. εναρξαμενος , "That he which hath in-begun a good work in you;" for the work is wholly inward and spiritual, saith an interpreter. So God is said to indwell in his people, 2 Corinthians 6:16 , as if he could never have enough communion with them. Will perform it ] Or perfect it. God doth not use to do his work by... read more

Samuel Bagster

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge - Philippians 1:6

confident: 2 Corinthians 1:15, 2 Corinthians 2:3, 2 Corinthians 7:16, 2 Corinthians 9:4, Galatians 5:10, 2 Thessalonians 3:4, Philemon 1:21, Hebrews 10:35 begun: Philippians 1:29, Philippians 2:13, John 6:29, Acts 11:18, Acts 16:14, Romans 8:28-Amos :, Ephesians 2:4-2 Samuel :, Colossians 2:12, 1 Thessalonians 1:3, 2 Thessalonians 2:13, 2 Thessalonians 2:14, Titus 3:4-Joshua :, Hebrews 13:20, Hebrews 13:21, James 1:16-Job :, 1 Peter 1:2, 1 Peter 1:3 will: Psalms 138:8, John 6:29, Ephesians... read more

John Wesley

Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Philippians 1:6

Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:Being persuaded — The grounds of which persuasion are set down in the following verse.That he who hath begun a good work in you, will perfect it until the day of Christ — That he who having justified, hath begun to sanctify you, will carry on this work, till it issue in glory. read more

Daniel Whedon

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:4-7

Devout recognition of the richness of Philemon’s Christian character, Philippians 1:4-7. From this point all are forgotten but Philemon, who is addressed in the second person singular. And preparatory to the great request of Philippians 1:10 Paul testifies the high tone of Philemon’s Christianity, grounding the request in his Christian fellowship. read more

Daniel Whedon

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:6

6. Confident So uninterrupted and uniform in this respect had their past history been, that it was a reasonable expectation that their future would be of the same blessed character, but developing with time into a more beautiful maturity. This full persuasion deepens Paul’s joy, and the more so as he contemplates its final fruit. A good work Plainly, the fellowship just mentioned. Begun in them on the divine side by God, and maintained and growing for ten years, there was good ground... read more

Scofield's Reference Notes - Philippians 1:6

Chuck Smith Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:1-30

Sutcliffe's Commentary on the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 1:1-30

The Biblical Illustrator - Philippians 1:3-11

The Biblical Illustrator - Philippians 1:6

John Trapp Complete Commentary - Philippians 1:6

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge - Philippians 1:6

Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Philippians 1:6

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:4-7

Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:6

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