Philippians 3:16
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 3:16 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 3:16 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 3:16 — KJV
“Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.”
— Philippians 3:16 (KJV)
Philippians 3:16 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 3:16
“Rejoice, O young man, in thy youth; and let thy heart cheer thee in the days of thy youth, and walk in the ways of thine heart, and in the sight of thine eyes: but know thou, that for all these things God will bring thee into judgment.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:16: let, walk, thing
“When a man shall take hold of his brother of the house of his father, saying, Thou hast clothing, be thou our ruler, and let this ruin be under thy hand:”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:16: let, rule, thing
“Thus saith the Lord GOD; It shall also come to pass, that at the same time shall things come into thy mind, and thou shalt think an evil thought: think...: or, conceive a mischievous purpose”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:16: same, mind, thing
“And Simon answering said unto him, Master, we have toiled all the night, and have taken nothing: nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:16: nevertheless, let, thing
“Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. condescend...: or, be contented with mean things”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:16: same, mind, thing
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