Philippians 4:4
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 4:4 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 4:4 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 4:4 — KJV
“Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.”
— Philippians 4:4 (KJV)
Philippians 4:4 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 4:4
“Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, If a soul shall sin through ignorance against any of the commandments of the LORD concerning things which ought not to be done, and shall do against any of them:”
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“And say thou unto the people, Sanctify yourselves against to morrow, and ye shall eat flesh: for ye have wept in the ears of the LORD, saying, Who shall give us flesh to eat? for it was well with us in Egypt: therefore the LORD will give you flesh, and ye shall eat.”
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“But on the morrow all the congregation of the children of Israel murmured against Moses and against Aaron, saying, Ye have killed the people of the LORD.”
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“And the LORD met Balaam, and put a word in his mouth, and said, Go again unto Balak, and say thus.”
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“And Moses spake unto the people, saying, Arm some of yourselves unto the war, and let them go against the Midianites, and avenge the LORD of Midian.”
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