Philippians 1:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 1:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 1:6 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus C..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 1:6 — KJV
“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: perform: or, finish”
— Philippians 1:6 (KJV)
Philippians 1:6 in Context — About the Book of Philippians
Philippians is joy written from a prison cell. Paul, chained to Roman guards, teaches contentment in every circumstance, peace that guards hearts like a garrison, and pressing on toward the prize. Its antidote to anxiety — prayer with thanksgiving — may be the most prescribed verse in Scripture.
Cross-References for Philippians 1:6
“In those days the multitude being very great, and having nothing to eat, Jesus called his disciples unto him, and saith unto them,”
Shares key themes with Philippians 1:6: being, very, thing
“For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ; that every one may receive the things done in his body, according to that he hath done, whether it be good or bad.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 1:6: very, thing, hath
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them. ordained: or, prepared”
Shares key themes with Philippians 1:6: hath, good, work
“That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 1:6: very, thing, good
“Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. working: or, doing”
Shares key themes with Philippians 1:6: very, good, work
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