Philippians 2:17 · KJV

"Yea, and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁵That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;

¹⁶Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.

¹⁷Yea, and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all.

¹⁸For the same cause also do ye joy, and rejoice with me.

¹⁹But I trust in the Lord Jesus to send Timotheus shortly unto you, that I also may be of good comfort, when I know your state.

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Reflection Questions

How do you view sacrifice in your faith journey?

What does rejoicing in sacrifice look like for you?

When have you felt joy in serving others?

Life Application

faith

Embrace the sacrifices required in your spiritual life, finding joy in serving others.

community

Look for ways to support your community, even if it requires personal sacrifice.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

Paul's willingness to sacrifice for the faith mirrors Jesus' ultimate sacrifice on the cross.

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