Philippians 3:1
Philippians · New Testament · Chapter 3
“Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe.”Philippians 3:1
What Does Philippians 3:1 Mean?
Philippians 3:1 is found in the book of Philippians, chapter 3, verse 1 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Joy.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to Philippians 3:1 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Philippians 4:4“Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.”Ephesians 6:10“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”Philippians 4:8“Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.”Romans 5:11“And not only so, but we also joy in God through our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom we have now received the atonement.”2 Peter 1:12“Wherefore I will not be negligent to put you always in remembrance of these things, though ye know them, and be established in the present truth.”Joel 2:23“Be glad then, ye children of Zion, and rejoice in the LORD your God: for he hath given you the former rain moderately, and he will cause to come down for you the rain, the former rain, and the latter rain in the first month.”Romans 12:12“Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;”James 1:2“My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations;”Psalms 37:4“Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.”Isaiah 25:9“And it shall be said in that day, Lo, this is our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: this is the LORD; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation.”Acts 20:20“And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,”1 Thessalonians 5:16“Rejoice evermore.”1 Peter 4:13“But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.”2 Peter 3:1“This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance:”Psalms 5:11“But let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.”Psalms 100:1“Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands.”Isaiah 12:2“Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and not be afraid: for the LORD JEHOVAH is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.”Isaiah 61:10“I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; for he hath clothed me with the garments of salvation, he hath covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decketh himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorneth herself with her jewels.”Haggai 1:7“Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways.”2 Corinthians 13:11“Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you.”
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