Philippians 3:9
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 3:9 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 3:9 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Chri..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 3:9 — KJV
“And be found in him, not having mine own righteousness, which is of the law, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness which is of God by faith:”
— Philippians 3:9 (KJV)
Philippians 3:9 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 3:9
“To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:9: mine, own, faith
“Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained like precious faith with us through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ: Simon: or, Symeon God...: Gr. of our God and Saviour”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:9: righteousness, through, faith
“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all, that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:9: through, faith, christ
“Even the righteousness of God which is by faith of Jesus Christ unto all and upon all them that believe: for there is no difference:”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:9: righteousness, faith, christ
“Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God; set forth: or, foreordained remission: or, passing over”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:9: righteousness, through, faith
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