Philippians 2:17 Meaning
Yea, and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith, I joy, and rejoice with you all.
Context Explained
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.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
2 Timothy 4:6
Both verses discuss the idea of being poured out as a drink offering.
Philippians 3:10
Paul expresses a desire to share in Christ's sufferings.
Source: Philippians 2:17