Philippians 1:9 · KJV

"And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment;"

King James Version

Passage Context

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;

¹⁰That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ;

¹¹Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.

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Devotional Reflection

GriefDoubt

I don't know about you, but when I have to make a hard choice, it's not between good and bad. Most of the time, I know what's good and what's bad, especially when bad means evil. When I have to choose between good, better, and best, it's hard for me. Usually, my love for God is stronger than my weaknesses, and I choose to do good instead of bad. But it's hard for me to choose between good and best if I haven't put myself in front of God's Word and given my heart to Him in prayer. I'm sure that a lot of what God would like to do through us today doesn't happen because we've settled for good when He wants to lead us to the best.

Prayer

You are merciful and magnificent. Teach me your ways and fill me with your heart so that I may not just love you but also appreciate and obey your will. I ask that you guide my day so that I can fulfill your will at work, in my relationships with my loved ones and friends, and especially in front of those who have yet to accept Christ as their Savior. I offer this prayer in the name of Jesus Christ, my Savior and Lord. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

GriefDoubt

I don't know about you, but when I have to make a hard choice, it's not between good and bad. Most of the time, I know what's good and what's bad, especially when bad means evil. When I have to choose between good, better, and best, it's hard for me. Usually, my love for God is stronger than my weaknesses, and I choose to do good instead of bad. But it's hard for me to choose between good and best if I haven't put myself in front of God's Word and given my heart to Him in prayer. But I'm sure that a lot of what God would like to do through us today doesn't happen because we've settled for good when He wants to lead us to best.

Prayer

God, You are kind and powerful. Please teach me Your ways and give me Your heart as I try to love You, know Your will, and understand Your ways. Help me figure out the best things to do today and use my time in the best way possible to do Your will at work, with my family, among my friends, and especially in front of those who don't know Christ as their Savior. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions

How does love influence your decisions and actions?

What does it mean for your love to abound in knowledge?

When have you experienced a growth in love for others?

Life Application

faith

Seek to deepen your understanding of love through study and prayer. Engage in discussions that challenge your perceptions of love.

relationships

Practice showing love in practical ways, such as through acts of kindness or service to those around you.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

This verse reflects Jesus' teaching on love and discernment, encouraging believers to grow in their understanding.

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