Dearly Beloved and Longed For
Philippians 4:1-3
Therefore, my brothers dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.…


Observe —

I. HOW CHRISTIANS LOVE ONE ANOTHER.

1. With sincere affection.

2. They delight in each other's company.

3. They rejoice in each other's happiness.

4. They promote each other's welfare.

II. WHY THEY LOVE ONE ANOTHER.

1. They are brethren.

2. In the Lord.

3. They anticipate His blessing.

(J. Lyth, D. D.)



Parallel Verses
KJV: Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved.

WEB: Therefore, my brothers, beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.




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