What does Galatians 4:20 mean?

Galatians 4:20 highlights themes such as doubt, concern, relationship when read in context.

How should I apply Galatians 4:20 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I stand in doubt of you.

18But it is good to be zealously affected always in a good thing, and not only when I am present with you.

19My little children, of whom I travail in birth again until Christ be formed in you,

20I desire to be present with you now, and to change my voice; for I stand in doubt of you.

21Tell me, ye that desire to be under the law, do ye not hear the law?

22For it is written, that Abraham had two sons, the one by a bondmaid, the other by a freewoman.

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2 Corinthians 11:3
Both verses express concern about the faithfulness of believers.
Philippians 4:10
Both verses reflect a desire for connection and reassurance.