Philippians 1:29

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Modern

For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him,

Traditional

For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake;

Literal

For it was granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer on behalf of Him,

Latin

…quia vobis donatum est pro Christo, non solum ut in eum credatis, sed ut etiam pro illo patiamini:

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English

For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for Him,

Notes

Philippians 1:29

For it has been granted to you … to suffer for Him: What the world sees as shameful, Christians see as an honor because it is for Christ. It honors him.

Philippians 1:27–30

Paul encourages the Christians in Philippi to live in a way that honors the gospel (see Ephesians 4:1; Colossians 1:10; 1 Thessalonians 2:12). He especially encourages them to stay strong and faithful, even when they face persecution.

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Paul (Saul) Christian Suffering

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Matthew 5:11–12
Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me.
Ephesians 2:8
For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this not from yourselves; it is the gift of God,
John 6:44–45
“No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him, and I will raise him up at the last day.
James 1:17–18
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.
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But to all who did receive Him, to those who believed in His name, He gave the right to become children of God—

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Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world

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Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Philippians, Letter to the

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Afflictions and Adversities: Design of Faith in Christ Is: The Gift of God Gifts from God: Spiritual: Faith Persecution of the Righteous Privileges of Saints: Suffering for Christ Righteousness: Fruits of Salvation: Saints: Have a Token of, in Their Patient Suffering for Christ Suffering for Christ The Gifts of God: Spiritual: Faith

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