Pauls letters, therefore, and philippians especially, are real letters and not doctrinal tracts or sermons artificially set forth in the form of a letter. Philippians commentary john gills exposition of the bible. The letter to the philippians the pillar new testament. I plead with euodia and i plead with syntyche to be of the same mind in the lord. James rosscup comments on his book the life of joy and the life of peace. A download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. The epistle to the philippians is the last of the four prison. Such is the case with the meaning of the word salvation in the book of philippians, particularly in 2. Nov 15, 2016 the book of philippians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 50 duration. This exposition consisted of readings from philippians 1. The epistle of paul to the philippians and colossians. You can find the best commentary on philippians for you using the tools on the right side. It was at philippi, which the apostle visited on his second missionary journey.
The following brief exposition of the epistle to the philippians was written in 1894, and appeared at that time in the form of articles in a magazine which has long ceased to exist. Luke described the city called philippi as a roman colony acts 16. This work has been republished from the british edition of 1989, and gives. The apostle paul states, being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of jesus christ. In so doing he emphasizes partnershipthe social and corporate dimensions of communityin the progress of the gospel. He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of christ jesus philippians 1. An expositional study of the letter to the philippians. While comparing this book to other works on philippians, it is lacking in technical detail on many issues, but it outshines my other resources in presenting the thrust of. Paul had taught timothy about the christian gospel 2 timothy 1.
An introduction to the book of philippians an argument of the book of philippians. John gills exposition on the entire biblebook of philippians. Tom constables expository notes on philippians this is also available in the net. Mar 01, 2016 in the book of philippians, this view of salvation is said to find support in phil 1. Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the new testament.
Most of all, however, he wrote to them because he had a deep care and affection for them. This chapter contains exhortations to various duties becoming christians, the apostles thankfulness to the philippians for their present to him, and the conclusion of the epistle with the salutations of the brethren. The reason paul considered his pedigree and all his past achievements as dung was in order to gain christ and the righteousness he offers. The book of philippians kjv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 50 duration. Previously published as an exposition of the epistle of st. Please join us for our prerecorded sunday worship at 8. Teaching outlines for the book of philippians 14 lessons. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 1. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the philippians. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry new.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. This is an extremely practical exposition of philippians 4. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Yes, and i ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with. Ancient letters written in greek consisted of an introduction, the main body, and a conclusion. Introduction to philippians bible exposition commentary. An exposition of philippians 1 and 2, life of peace. A fuller exposition of the christ poem in philippians. Book of philippians john gills exposition of the bible. A brief exposition of the epistle to the philippians. A fuller exposition of the christ poem in philippians ive been talking about the christ poem in philippians 2. Two women were prominent in the church philippians 4. Even when things go wrong, you can have joy by warren w. Furthermore, the introduction always contained an indication of the writer and recipients and a word of greeting, and it often.
Philippians chapter 3 the new john gill exposition of. Rather than a versebyverse approach, the authors have crafted chapters that explain and apply key passages in their assigned bible books. The art of divine contentment an exposition of philippians 4. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading basics for believers. The baptist standard bearer, 1 iron oaks dr, paris, ar, 72855. I went to high school with his son and we were in jazz band together, so i had to read this one when i studied philippians this semester. The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the epistle to the philippians. An expositional study of the letter to the philippians with. This was one reason paul was thankful for the philippians. Therefore god has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that jesus christ is lord, to. Philippians chapter 3 the new john gill exposition of the. The new john gills exposition of the entire bible modernised and adapted for the computer by larry pierce of online bible.
The epistle to the philippians is the last of the four prison epistles of paul. If you are new to the discussion, here is the poem itself, about jesus christ. Study philippians using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. The book of philippians was written in approximately a. Explaining key passages, they discuss church planting, prayer, joyfulness, community, a christian worldview, witnessing, knowing christ, shepherding the church, and more. Rather than using an exhaustive versebyverse approach, tony merida and francis chan focus on the most essential parts of the apostle pauls letter to the church of philippi.
Akin, and tony merida, this new commentary series, projected to be 48 volumes, takes a christ centered approach to expositing each book of the bible. The church at philippi was one of the most generous in financial support 4. David guzik commentary on philippians 1 describes pauls love for the philippians. In 104 verses, there are 51 references to the lord jesus by name. Check out this commentary, summary and key verses from the book of philiipians. A fuller exposition of the christ poem in philippians the.
What particularly refreshed his heart was their fellowship in the gospel. Top 5 commentaries on the book of philippians ligonier ministries. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. He considers the great dishonor done to almighty god by the sin of discontent. An exposition of philippians kindle edition by carson, d. A decent expositional commentary he assumes some knowledge of greek, but otherwise quite readable.
After a select bibliography, hansens introduction sets forth the historical setting of the church in philippi, the nature and occasion of. Philippians is one of the most personal and informal of pauls letters. N read u philippians, baker exegetical commentary on the. Permission granted to publish the book on the internet. This letter was not written for one single purpose. Discipleship lessons exposition and bible study in 9 lessons a 8page book by dr. The word paul uses has become familiar even to english readers. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Basics for believers is for christians taking their first steps of faith as well as experienced saints reexamining their spiritual foundations. Closing appeal for steadfastness and unity therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom i love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the lord in this way, dear friends.
Both will gain exceptional instruction and encouragement from this fresh look at the fundamental disciplines of the christian life. Exposition of galatians, ephesians, philippians, colossians, and philemon by hendriksen, william and a great selection of related. Philippians is one of pauls shortest letters and one of the smallest books in the new testament but there are such powerful teachings in this little dynamo. Commentary on the book of philippians philippians 1 1paul and timothy, bondservants of christ jesus, to all the saints in christ jesus who are in philippi, including the overseers and deacons. Philippians 2 commentary spurgeons verse expositions of. Popular philippians books meet your next favorite book. A free bible version and commentary on pauls letter to the philippians in easyenglish. Gcbc has suspended inperson worship services and activities until further notice. Philippi was a roman colony, and the chief city of one part of macedonia. But the portrait of jesus christ as a humble servant. Paul ministered at philippi during his second missionary journey, spending about three months in the city. Salvation in the book of philippians grace evangelical. Philippians the new john gill exposition of the entire.
Therefore god has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that jesus christ is lord, to the glory of god. While comparing this book to other works on philippians, it is lacking in technical detail on many issues, but it outshines my other resources in presenting the thrust of the book in a memorable and practical way. An exposition of philippians 3 and 4, and the life of joy and peace. The theme of joy punctuates the epistle 17 times in some form. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. This commentary has been through advanced checking. Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence. Walter hansen offers rich exposition of the text of philippians as well as wisdom and maturity in its application.
I bought this book only because ive read exegetical fallacies by carson and i was doing a sermon series on philippians. Introduction to philippians reasons for studying philippians the city of philippi the church at philippi pauls purpose in writing philippians the place and the time of writing authorship and unity general contents commentary on philippians. Philippians is a great starter study because of the length and content. Exposition of philippians grace community bible church. Philippians overview john gills exposition on the whole bible. Material is easy to follow and allows the reader much food for thought. This chapter contains the inscription of the epistle. The doctrine of christian contentment is clearly illustrated and profitably applied. Conciseness is this book s greatest strength, and greatest weakness at times he captures complex ideas in pithy ways, without unnecessarily rambling on at. All rightes reserved, larry pierce, winterbourne, ontario. Philippians 1 commentary john gills exposition on the. Perhaps a new circle of readers will find help and profit from this reissue.
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