Philippians 2:28
Philippians · New Testament · Chapter 2
“I sent him therefore the more carefully, that, when ye see him again, ye may rejoice, and that I may be the less sorrowful.”Philippians 2:28
What Does Philippians 2:28 Mean?
Philippians 2:28 is found in the book of Philippians, chapter 2, verse 28 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 14 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (14)
These passages are connected to Philippians 2:28 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
John 16:22“And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.”2 Timothy 1:4“Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy;”Philippians 2:26“For he longed after you all, and was full of heaviness, because that ye had heard that he had been sick.”Genesis 45:27“And they told him all the words of Joseph, which he had said unto them: and when he saw the wagons which Joseph had sent to carry him, the spirit of Jacob their father revived:”Genesis 46:29“And Joseph made ready his chariot, and went up to meet Israel his father, to Goshen, and presented himself unto him; and he fell on his neck, and wept on his neck a good while.”Acts 20:38“Sorrowing most of all for the words which he spake, that they should see his face no more. And they accompanied him unto the ship.”2 Corinthians 2:3“And I wrote this same unto you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow from them of whom I ought to rejoice; having confidence in you all, that my joy is the joy of you all.”Philippians 2:19“But 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.”Genesis 48:11“And Israel said unto Joseph, I had not thought to see thy face: and, lo, God hath shewed me also thy seed.”1 Corinthians 16:18“For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such.”2 Corinthians 7:13“Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.”Colossians 4:8“Whom I have sent unto you for the same purpose, that he might know your estate, and comfort your hearts;”1 John 1:3“That which we have seen and heard declare we unto you, that ye also may have fellowship with us: and truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.”Romans 12:15“Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.”
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