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Philippians 1:7 ยท KJV

"Even as it is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as both in my bonds, and in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are partakers of my grace."

King James Version

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Passage Context

5For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now;
6Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:
7Even as it is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as both in my bonds, and in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are partakers of my grace.
8For God is my record, how greatly I long after you all in the bowels of Jesus Christ.
9And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment;

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Reflection Questions

1

How does knowing you are part of a community affect your faith?

2

What does it mean for you to partake in someone else's grace?

3

When have you felt a deep connection with others in your faith journey?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can support others in their struggles. Reach out to someone in need and offer your help.

faith

Reflect on how your faith journey is intertwined with others. Engage in community activities that strengthen your bonds.

People in This Verse

Paul the ApostleNT

A key figure in early Christianity, Paul spread the Gospel throughout the Roman Empire. He was formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, a persecutor of Christians before his dramatic conversion.

First appearance: Acts 7:58

Places in This Verse

Philippi(Filippoi, Greece today)

An ancient city in Macedonia, Philippi was a Roman colony known for its strategic location and mixed population of Romans and Greeks.

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