Philippians 1:25
New International Version
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

New Living Translation
Knowing this, I am convinced that I will remain alive so I can continue to help all of you grow and experience the joy of your faith.

English Standard Version
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith,

Berean Standard Bible
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

Berean Literal Bible
And having been persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy of the faith,

King James Bible
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

New King James Version
And being confident of this, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy of faith,

New American Standard Bible
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,

NASB 1995
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,

NASB 1977
And convinced of this, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,

Legacy Standard Bible
And convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,

Amplified Bible
Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

Christian Standard Bible
Since I am persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Since I am persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

American Standard Version
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide, yea, and abide with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith;

English Revised Version
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide, yea, and abide with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Since I'm convinced of this, I know that I will continue to live and be with all of you. This will help you to grow and be joyful in your faith.

Good News Translation
I am sure of this, and so I know that I will stay. I will stay on with you all, to add to your progress and joy in the faith,

International Standard Version
Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will continue to live and be with all of you, so you will mature in the faith and know joy in it.

Majority Standard Bible
Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

NET Bible
And since I am sure of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for the sake of your progress and joy in the faith,

New Heart English Bible
And since I am persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

Webster's Bible Translation
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

Weymouth New Testament
I am convinced of this, and I know that I shall remain, and shall go on working side by side with you all, to promote your progress and joy in the faith;

World English Bible
Having this confidence, I know that I will remain, yes, and remain with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and being persuaded of this, I have known that I will remain and continue with you all, to your advancement and joy of the faith,

Berean Literal Bible
And having been persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy of the faith,

Young's Literal Translation
and of this being persuaded, I have known that I shall remain and continue with you all, to your advancement and joy of the faith,

Smith's Literal Translation
And confident in this, I know that I shall remain, and shall remain near together with you all for your advancement and joy of faith:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide, and continue with you all, for your furtherance and joy of faith:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And having this confidence, I know that I shall remain and that I shall continue to remain with all of you, for your advancement and for your joy in the faith,

New American Bible
And this I know with confidence, that I shall remain and continue in the service of all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

New Revised Standard Version
Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in faith,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And this I surely know, that I shall be spared and remain for your joy and for the furtherance of your faith;

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And this I know confidently, that I remain and continue for your joy and for the growth of your faith.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
And of this I feel assured, that I shall remain and continue among you all for your advancement and joy in the faith,

Godbey New Testament
And having confidence in this, I know that I shall abide with you all, unto your promotion and the joy of your faith;

Haweis New Testament
And being so persuaded, I know that I shall stay and continue with you all for your progress and joy of faith;

Mace New Testament
which consideration persuades me that I shall abide, and even continue some time with you all, to improve your advancement in the faith, and to promote your joy:

Weymouth New Testament
I am convinced of this, and I know that I shall remain, and shall go on working side by side with you all, to promote your progress and joy in the faith;

Worrell New Testament
And, having become assured of this, I know that I shall abide, and continue with you all for your progress and joy in the faith,

Worsley New Testament
And as I am confident of this, I know that I shall abide and shall continue with you all, for your improvement and the joy of your faith:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
To Live is Christ
24But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. 25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, 26so that through my coming to you again your exultation in Christ Jesus will resound on account of me.…

Cross References
2 Corinthians 1:24
Not that we lord it over your faith, but we are fellow workers with you for your joy, because it is by faith that you stand firm.

2 Peter 1:12-15
Therefore I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and are established in the truth you now have. / I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of my body, / because I know that this tent will soon be laid aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ has made clear to me. ...

1 Thessalonians 3:10
Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you face to face and supply what is lacking in your faith.

2 Corinthians 4:15
All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is extending to more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow, to the glory of God.

1 Corinthians 14:12
It is the same with you. Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, strive to excel in gifts that build up the church.

Colossians 1:24-25
Now I rejoice in my sufferings for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions for the sake of His body, which is the church. / I became its servant by the commission God gave me to fully proclaim to you the word of God,

1 Corinthians 9:19-23
Though I am free of obligation to anyone, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. / To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), to win those under the law. / To those without the law I became like one without the law (though I am not outside the law of God but am under the law of Christ), to win those without the law. ...

Romans 15:18-19
I will not presume to speak of anything except what Christ has accomplished through me in leading the Gentiles to obedience by word and deed, / by the power of signs and wonders, and by the power of the Spirit of God. So from Jerusalem all the way around to Illyricum, I have fully proclaimed the gospel of Christ.

Ephesians 4:11-13
And it was He who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, / to equip the saints for works of ministry and to build up the body of Christ, / until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God, as we mature to the full measure of the stature of Christ.

Acts 20:24
But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.

1 Corinthians 3:6-9
I planted the seed and Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. / So neither he who plants nor he who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. / He who plants and he who waters are one in purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. ...

2 Timothy 2:10
For this reason I endure all things for the sake of the elect, so that they too may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.

1 Thessalonians 2:19-20
After all, who is our hope, our joy, our crown of boasting, if it is not you yourselves in the presence of our Lord Jesus at His coming? / You are indeed our glory and our joy.

2 Corinthians 13:9
In fact, we rejoice when we are weak but you are strong, and our prayer is for your perfection.

Romans 1:11-12
For I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to strengthen you, / that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.


Treasury of Scripture

And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

confidence.

Philippians 2:24
But I trust in the Lord that I also myself shall come shortly.

Acts 20:25
And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.

for.

Luke 22:32
But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren.

John 21:15-17
So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs…

Acts 11:23
Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.

joy.

Psalm 60:6
God hath spoken in his holiness; I will rejoice, I will divide Shechem, and mete out the valley of Succoth.

Romans 5:2
By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

Romans 15:13
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

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Philippians 1
1. Paul testifies his thankfulness to God, and his love toward the Philippians,
9. daily praying for their increase in grace;
12. he shows what good the faith of Christ had received by his troubles at Rome;
21. and how ready he is to glorify Christ either by his life or death;
27. exhorting them to unity;
28. and to fortitude in persecution.














Convinced of this
The phrase "Convinced of this" reflects the Apostle Paul's deep assurance and confidence. The Greek word used here is "pepoithos," which conveys a sense of being fully persuaded or having complete trust. This confidence is not based on human reasoning but on divine revelation and the work of the Holy Spirit. Paul’s conviction is rooted in his intimate relationship with Christ and his understanding of God’s purpose for his life and ministry. This assurance serves as a model for believers to trust in God's plans, even amidst uncertainty.

I know
The phrase "I know" indicates a certainty and personal knowledge that Paul possesses. The Greek word "oida" suggests an intuitive knowledge, often associated with spiritual insight. Paul’s knowledge is not merely intellectual but is deeply spiritual, stemming from his communion with God. This knowledge reassures the Philippians of Paul’s continued presence and support, emphasizing the importance of spiritual discernment in understanding God’s will.

that I will remain
"That I will remain" speaks to Paul’s expectation of continuing his earthly ministry. The Greek word "meno" means to stay or abide, suggesting stability and perseverance. Despite his imprisonment, Paul is confident that God has more work for him to do. This reflects the Christian belief in God’s sovereignty over life and circumstances, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in their calling until God’s purpose is fulfilled.

and continue with all of you
The phrase "and continue with all of you" highlights Paul’s commitment to the Philippian church. The Greek word "parameno" means to stay alongside, indicating Paul’s desire to be present and actively involved in their spiritual journey. This underscores the importance of community and fellowship in the Christian faith, where believers support and encourage one another in their walk with Christ.

for your progress
"For your progress" refers to the spiritual growth and advancement of the Philippians. The Greek word "prokope" implies forward movement and development. Paul’s ministry aims to nurture and guide the believers towards maturity in their faith. This reflects the biblical principle of sanctification, where believers are continually growing in holiness and Christlikeness through the work of the Holy Spirit.

and joy in the faith
The phrase "and joy in the faith" emphasizes the joy that comes from a deep and abiding relationship with Christ. The Greek word "chara" denotes a profound sense of gladness and delight, which is a fruit of the Spirit. This joy is not dependent on external circumstances but is rooted in the assurance of salvation and the hope of eternal life. Paul’s desire is for the Philippians to experience this joy as they grow in their faith, highlighting the transformative power of the Gospel in bringing true and lasting joy to believers.

(25) I know.--The word is not to be pressed too far. It is simply, "I feel certain;" and it is obvious to remark that in Acts 20:25 it is used by St. Paul of a conviction (that he would "see the face" of the Ephesians "no more") which, so far as we can follow out the history, was not verified. The apostolic inspiration, like the apostolic power of miracle, was a gift relative to the apostolic work, not necessarily extending beyond it.

Abide and continue with you.--The latter verb is in the original a compound of the former, "I shall abide," and "shall abide side by side with you." It was for their sakes that it was needful for him to live. Hence to the simple idea "I shall abide," it was natural to add at once the phrase "with you," or "for you," as explaining the very object of his abiding in the flesh.

For your furtherance and joy of faith.--In these words St. Paul's presence with them is spoken of, first, as in some degree necessary for their spiritual advance; next, as being to them a gift of God for their joy and comfort, even beyond what was actually necessary. (See the next verse.)

Verse 25. - And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all. Being persuaded of this, that my life is needful for you; or, as others render, "And this I certainly, confidently know." The first translation seems preferable, for St. Paul's assurance does not seem to rest on direct inspiration, but on a calculation of probabilities. The apostles could not always foresee their own future (Acts 20:22). Bishop Lightfoot says, "The same word οϊδα is used Acts 20:25, where he expresses his belief that he shall not see his Asiatic converts again. Viewed as infallible presentiments, the two are hardly reconcilable; for the one assumes, the other negatives, his release. The assurance here recorded was fulfilled (1 Timothy 1:3); while the presentiment there expressed was overruled by events (2 Timothy 1:15, 18; 2 Timothy 4:20)." For your furtherance and joy of faith; for the progress and joy of your faith, that you may continually increase in faith and take delight in it. Joy is the key-note of this Epistle.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
Convinced of
πεποιθὼς (pepoithōs)
Verb - Perfect Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 3982: A primary verb; to convince; by analogy, to pacify or conciliate; reflexively or passively, to assent, to rely.

this,
τοῦτο (touto)
Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 3778: This; he, she, it.

I know
οἶδα (oida)
Verb - Perfect Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1492: To know, remember, appreciate.

that
ὅτι (hoti)
Conjunction
Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because.

I will remain,
μενῶ (menō)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3306: To remain, abide, stay, wait; with acc: I wait for, await. A primary verb; to stay.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

I will continue with
παραμενῶ (paramenō)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 3887: To remain by, abide with; met: I persevere in. From para and meno; to stay near, i.e. Remain.

all
πᾶσιν (pasin)
Adjective - Dative Masculine Plural
Strong's 3956: All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.

of you
ὑμῖν (hymin)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

for
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

your
ὑμῶν (hymōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.

progress
προκοπὴν (prokopēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 4297: Progress, advancement. From prokopto; progress, i.e. Advancement.

and
καὶ (kai)
Conjunction
Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely.

joy
χαρὰν (charan)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5479: Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.

in the
τῆς (tēs)
Article - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

faith,
πίστεως (pisteōs)
Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular
Strong's 4102: Faith, belief, trust, confidence; fidelity, faithfulness.


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