In this commentary, he explains philippians as a practical epistle of joy, containing needful exhortation for wilderness people. Philippians commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Philippians bible study free online bible study from. He also wanted to commend the unselfishness of epaphroditus, as well as informing them of his love for them, and his own personal condition. Study the bible online using commentary on philippians and more. If rome, the date of writing was probably around 62 a. David guzik commentary on philippians 1 describes pauls love for the philippians and his encouragement for the church when terrified by adversaries. Philippi was a chief city of the western part of macedonia, prote tes meridos tes makedonias polis, acts 16.
Philippians 2 humble living in light of jesus humble example a. Philippians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Teaching outlines for the book of philippians 14 lessons. Best commentaries and books on philippians logos bible software. Paul ministered at philippi during his second missionary journey, spending about three months in the city. Philippians with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Therefore if there is any consolation in christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the spirit, if any affection and mercy, a. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry. Yet most people today have never heard of john gill. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible. In philippians nivac by top nt scholar frank thielman illuminates the instructional aspects from philippians. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons. Summary of the book of philippians story of the bible.
Philippians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. Respected preacher and bible teacher, john macarthur, presents yet another comprehensive and compelling commentary in his new testament series. A selection of the best commentaries and bible study resources on the book of philippians.
Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 2. He was the most eminent of the apostolical fathers. In it, he addresses many challenging aspects of the christian life such as joy, humility, and spiritual unity. He wanted to thank this church for their gift of love. Philippians derives its name from the greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the jews. Discipleship lessons inductive bible study questions 4 2. The book of philippians shows christians how to live jesus. Of the four prison epistles, paul likely wrote philippians last, near the end of his roman imprisonment in ad 61 or 62. Paul sent the other three prison epistlesephesians, colossians, and philemonby the hand of tychicus, as their destinations were near one another. One of the obvious reasons that paul wrote his letter to the philippians was to thank them for their generous offering. Summary of philippians in nine steps philippians 14. Commentary on the book of philippians relevant bible teaching. Read philippians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
Click the bible to visit the new being developed more resources, better tools and easier navigation. Study the bible online using commentary on philippians and. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. James rosscup on fees related longer commentary on nicnt philippians this effort of 543 pp.
Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. Outline of the book of philippians getting acquainted with philippi in bible history during the years 50 through 54 ad paul embarks on his second apostolic tour. This 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. Pauls profession of love for the philippians was genuine. As james montgomery boice points out, no book in the bible is so filled with joy as philippians.
Philippians 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise. If you are looking for more of a devotional commentary or a more simple one just to help you understand the text better, then thielman may be a better option. 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. Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. Philippians is one of pauls four prison epistles phl 1. Love god greatly is dedicated to making gods word available to our beautiful community of women and now, women have the incredible opportunity to share gods word with children through this study uniquely crafted for young hearts. The theme of joy punctuates the epistle 17 times in some form. I would highly recommend it as first choice for any pastor. You can find the best commentary on philippians for you using the tools on the right side. Philippians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible.
Fees study is careful phrase by phrase, usually helpful, yet not as much an assist as obrien or hawthorne, for example. 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. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. Philippi was the first town in macedonia where paul established a church. After you have read the whole epistle, state the theme of the book. The unanimous testimony of the early church was that the apostle paul wrote philippines.
Study philippians using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. 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. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry new. Nothing in the letter would have motivated a forger to write it. The church at philippi was one of the most generous in financial support 4. The general consensus is that these epistles were written during pauls imprisonment at rome cf. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. The verb rejoice is found 11 times in this book, more than any other book except luke. Book of philippians matthew henrys bible commentary concise. The letter to the philippians is one of the most quotable and memorable of pauls epistles. Internally the letter reveals the stamp of genuineness.
You can find the best commentary on philippians for. He speaks of his great affection and concern for their spiritual welfare ver. Philippians is so simple and at the same time so profound that it speaks profitably to christians at every level of spiritual understanding, age, and maturity. Alford thinks that the clement here was a philippian, and not necessarily clement, bishop of rome. Ironside explains the theme of the book of philippians as. It was written to show his appreciation and love to. The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy. The book of philippians was written in approximately a. Philippians the niv application commentary book 11. There is a significant contrast between the citizens of earth as described in philippians 3.
Philippians is the most personal letter paul wrote to a church. Philippians matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Philippians the niv application commentary book 11 kindle. However, the letter to the philippians was to be delivered by epaphroditus, who had come to paul in rome with financial help from the church at philippi philippians 2. Paul and silas travel through galatia and meet timothy in lystra, circumcise him and take him along as a traveling companion cf. But during his time in rome, epaphroditus took ill, which delayed his return home and, therefore, the delivery of the letter 2. An introduction to the book of philippians an argument of the book of philippians a selected bibliography for the book of philippians. Ironside was a prolific writer and recognized bible teacher and preacher. I like this commentary book is extremely helpful when you are trying to understand some of the passages in the book of philippians. Luke described the city called philippi as a roman colony acts 16.
An easyenglish bible version and commentary 2800 word vocabulary on pauls letter to the philippians. Written from prison paul provides exhortation, theological instruction, personal reports about his journeys, and conveys deep personal gratitude to the philippians for their services to him. They key personalities are the apostle paul, timothy, epaphroditus, euodia, and syntyche. The epistle to the philippians is the last of the four prison epistles of paul. The question of when philippians was written cannot be separated from that of where it was written. Jun 20, 2017 summary of philippians in nine steps philippians 14. This commentary rightly deserves to be near the top of the list of philippians commentaries.
The apostle paul, joined in his salutation by timothy. Philippians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry st. Philippians coffmans commentary of the new testament on. Fees study is careful phrase by phrase, usually helpful, yet not as much an. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote philippians around 6163 a.
Introduction to philippians bible exposition commentary. How amazing that he wanted to thank them while he was sitting in a dirty, dark, ratinfested roman prison. 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. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early church fathers such as polycarp and irenaeus. Book of philippians matthew henrys bible commentary. An introduction to a verse by verse commentary on the book of philippians by allan turner. Commentaries for the book of philippians introductory matters 1. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 1. Start reading philippians the niv application commentary book 11 on your kindle in under a minute.
As philippians would eagerly await a visit from the emperor in rome, even more so should christians eagerly await the coming of. A free bible version and commentary on pauls letter to the philippians in. How paul wants the philippians to live with each other. 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. Knowing jesus is a deeply personal and transformative encounter. The traditional view is that philippians, along with the other prison epistles ephesians, colossians, philemon, was written during pauls first imprisonment at rome ca. To all the believers in christ jesus who are at philippi, with the leaders and. Philippians 1 commentary new testament matthew henry. Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the new testament.
The book of philippians shows how living as a christian means seeing your own story as a living expression of jesus story. He begins with the inscription and benediction, ver. The book of philippians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Two women were prominent in the church philippians 4.
Top 5 commentaries on the book of philippians ligonier ministries. This letter was not written for one single purpose. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of philippians. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 3. Summarize what the bible says about philippi the city or the church outside the book of philippians. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. It was at philippi, which the apostle visited on his second missionary journey. A verse by verse examination of the apostle pauls epistle of joy to the beloved philippian church. William barclay noted that george reindrop in his book no common task tells how a nurse. Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions chi alpha new orleans 2008 discussion 1. In this book of life, god keeps a record of those people who are loyal to him.
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