Philippians 2:13

Translations

Modern

For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.

Traditional

For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.

Literal

For God is the One working in you both to will and to work on behalf of His good pleasure.

Latin

Deus est enim, qui operatur in vobis et velle, et perficere pro bona voluntate.

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English

For it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good purpose.

Notes

Philippians 2:13

For it is God who works in you: God gives believers the strength and energy to live their lives (see John 15:5; 1 Corinthians 12:6; 15:10; 2 Corinthians 3:5; 1 Thessalonians 2:13). The desire and ability to do what pleases God come from God.

Philippians 2:12–18

Paul encourages believers to stay strong in their faith and live lives of obedience and purity, following Christ's example.

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Paul (Saul) Faith and Good Deeds

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