All for Christ. 3 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. For me to write the same things to you is not tedious, but for you it is safe. 2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the mutilation! 3 For we are the circumcision, who worship [ o]God in the Spirit, rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh, 4 though I
In Philippians 2:6-11, Paul incorporates into his letter what is most likely an early Christian hymn. In this hymn we see how Jesus embodies his given name, βhe saves.β Being βin the form of God,β he did not regard equality with God as something to be grasped or exploited, as something to be held onto at all costs and used to his own
Verses 3-8: Paulβs thanksgiving: 1) His memory of Philippians (vv. 3, 4) β He prays for them with joy. 2) Their partnership in service (v. 5) β Joint-participation, it is a continuous thing from the first day until now. 3) Work of grace in them (vv. 6-8) β good work, work of grace. Verses 9-11: Here are some passages from the OT which teach a truth parallel to that taught in Philippians 1:6: Ps 57:2 (David speaking) I will cry to God Most High (see El Elyon: Most High God - Sovereign Over All ). To God who accomplishes all things for me. Ps 138:8 (David speaking) Jehovah will accomplish what concerns me.