Philippians 4:7

Modern

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Traditional

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Literal

And the peace of God, that is surpassing all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Latin

Et pax Dei, quæ exuperat omnem sensum, custodiat corda vestra, et intelligentias vestras in Christo Jesu.

Greek

English

And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Those who trust God (see 4:6) will experience God's peace (see also Isaiah 26:3; John 14:27; Colossians 3:15).

Before ending the letter, Paul discusses a small conflict in the church and writes a few words of encouragement.

Theme notes and profiles

John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid.
Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, for to this you were called as members of one body. And be thankful.
Psalm 29:11
The LORD gives His people strength; the LORD blesses His people with peace.
John 16:33
I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take courage; I have overcome the world!”
Romans 15:13
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
Romans 8:6
The mind of the flesh is death, but the mind of the Spirit is life and peace,
Job 22:21
Reconcile now and be at peace with Him; thereby good will come to you.
Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
Isaiah 48:18
If only you had paid attention to My commandments, your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like waves of the sea.

Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world