Philippians 2:11
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 2:11 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 2:11 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 2:11 — KJV
“And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
— Philippians 2:11 (KJV)
Philippians 2:11 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 2:11
“But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world. by whom: or, whereby”
Shares key themes with Philippians 2:11: should, jesus, christ
“That the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give unto you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him: in...: or, for the acknowledgement”
Shares key themes with Philippians 2:11: jesus, christ, lord
“And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 2:11: every, should, confess
“To all that be in Rome, beloved of God, called to be saints: Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 2:11: jesus, christ, lord
“For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 2:11: every, tongue, confess
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