Galatians 4:20
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Galatians 4:20 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Galatians 4:20 is a verse from the book of Galatians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I stand in doubt of you. I stand...: or, I am perplexed..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Galatians 4:20 — KJV
“I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I stand in doubt of you. I stand...: or, I am perplexed for you”
— Galatians 4:20 (KJV)
Galatians 4:20 in Context — About the Book of Galatians
Galatians is Paul's fiery defense of freedom — no angel, apostle, or law-keeping can add to the finished work of Christ. It gives us the fruit of the Spirit, crucifixion with Christ, and the rallying cry of every recovered legalist: it is for freedom that Christ has set us free.
Cross-References for Galatians 4:20
“And if any man said unto him, Let them not fail to burn the fat presently, and then take as much as thy soul desireth; then he would answer him, Nay; but thou shalt give it me now: and if not, I will take it by force. presently: Heb. as on the day”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:20: desire, present, now
“Now therefore hearken unto their voice: howbeit yet protest solemnly unto them, and shew them the manner of the king that shall reign over them. hearken...: or, obey howbeit...: or, notwithstanding when thou hast solemnly protested against them then thou shalt”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:20: now, voice, stand
“If now thou hast understanding, hear this: hearken to the voice of my words.”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:20: now, voice, stand
“Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding; liftest...: Heb. givest thy voice”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:20: now, voice, stand
“And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:”
Shares key themes with Galatians 4:20: now, change, stand
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