Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 1. After you have read the whole epistle, state the theme of the book. Ephesians, philippians, colossians, and philemon grand rapids. Paul prayed for the philippians and he did so with joy. The book of philippians is a powerful letter of encouragement. The epistle to the philippians chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to appreciate why the philippians were a source of great joy to paul 2 to learn from pauls attitude concerning persecution, death, and the purpose of life summary paul begins his epistle with his customary salutation followed by an expression of thanksgiving and. Pauls profession of love for the philippians was genuine. Rather than repeat the argumentation, i shall refer to the book. The book of philippians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. Disappointment, pain, betrayal or the circumstances of daily life can rob you of your joy.
Book 11 of in the new international greek testament commentary series. Philippians, a study of camp hill church of christ. The unanimous testimony of the early church was that the apostle paul wrote philippines. Philippians through the bible book by book myer pearlman. This was pauls first efforts to preach on the european continent. Can death be viewed in any other way than as a defeat. Study the bible online using commentary on philippians and more. Discipleship lessons inductive bible study questions. Commentary on the book of philippians relevant bible teaching. They assume no understanding of the original bible languages, nor a high level of biblical knowledge. He was the author of numerous studies and commentaries on the new testament, including worship in the early church, the volume on philippians in the tyndale new testament commentary series, and 2 corinthians and james in the word biblical commentary, for which he also served as new testament editor. Philippians derives its name from the greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located. Constables notes on philippians 3 no serious question about the pauline authorship of this epistle arose until the nineteenth century. Introduction to philippians bible exposition commentary.
The traditional view is that philippians, along with the other prison epistles ephesians, colossians, philemon, was written during pauls first imprisonment at rome ca. The chapters of exodus, leviticus, numbers, and deuteronomy, harold willmington. Two women were prominent in the church philippians 4. Philippians 2 commentary application and final appeal. Learn to bear all things and overcome through christ who strengthens us.
The epistle to the philippians is the answer of paul to their communication and the coming of epaphroditus. No matter how much you prepare, theres always a chance that someone will ask a question you cant answer, or that the discussion will go in an unforeseen direction. Paul and silas travel through galatia and meet timothy in lystra, circumcise him and take him along as a traveling companion cf. Wright, renowned biblical scholar and historian will walk you through pauls letter to the philippians. The epistle to the philippians the new international greek testament commentary by peter t. Take notice of pauls singleminded focus remains on jesus and learn how your joy can also be complete in christ. Obrien pdf, epub ebook d0wnl0ad this commentary series is established on the presupposition that the theological character of the new testament documents calls for exegesis that is sensitive to theological themes as well as to the details of. Fee offers us comprehensive, accessible, and eminently readable commentary on one of pauls most personal letters in, the letter to the philippians nicnt. Commentary on philippians, colossians, and thessalonians.
A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. The macarthur new testament commentary series continues to be one of todays topselling commentary series. The book of philippians 4 failing to give roman citizens a proper trial 16. Philippians count it all joy precepts for life free download study guide a study guide to the radio tv broadcast series by kay arthur.
The course is a reflection of how to think and live in. The philippians were extremely giving towards paul, both when he was with them acts 16. So, for example, in the king james version, philippians 1. The apostles grateful acknowledgments of the philippians kindness to him, with expressions of his own content, and desire of their good v. This commentary, philippians, deals with some of the unique problems posed by centuries of unclear translations.
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. Matt oreilly university of gloucestershire cheltenham, england this commentary was awarded the smithwynkoop book award at the 2012 meeting of the. Introduction to the book of philippians clover sites. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early church fathers such as polycarp and. 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. Although it was a miniature of rome and imitated and aped rome in every way, it was. Luke described the city called philippi as a roman colony acts 16. Book 1 philip and pat juler book 2 chun kertyoo book 3 reg and marjorie vines book 4 david clines book 5 john and grace robertson book 6 bob and vic mccallum book 7 chue petnamngern book 8 vic and jean fleming in the present book, as in my other books, my aim is to provide biblical reference material that bridges two gaps at the same time. The theme of joy punctuates the epistle 17 times in some form. Because it is in the nigtc series, it is more technical than the average commentary. Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions chi alpha new orleans 2008 notes. Philippians 4 bible commentary matthew henry complete. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons. But during his time in rome, epaphroditus took ill, which delayed his return home and, therefore, the delivery of the letter 2.
Jul 29, 2014 the epistle to the philippians the new international greek testament commentary by peter t. The course is a reflection of how to think and live in light of the death and resurrection of king jesus. Written at the same time as ephesians, it is one of the prison epistles. Buy this book, its a sure foundation for determining accurate translation. The most natural understanding of the references to the praetorian guard 1. This passage covers a lot of ground in a short amount of time. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. This commentary has been through advanced checking.
The epistle to the philippians executable outlines. The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonlinebible study. Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions chi alpha new orleans 2008 discussion 1. Discover pauls secret to finding joy in christ as dr. An alliterated outline for the chapters of the bible a. Philippians the earthly walk of a heavenly people writer. Philippi was the first town in macedonia where paul established a church. Warren wiersbe leads you on versebyverse tour through the book of philippians.
Obrien pdf, epub ebook d0wnl0ad this commentary series is established on the presupposition that the theological character of the new testament documents calls for exegesis that is sensitive to theological themes as well as to the details of the. Here is a book which offers to the bible student who has no knowledge of greek, and who has had no formal training in bible study, word studies in 297 greek words found in the philippian epistle, presenting the material in such a simple easytobeunderstood manner that he is able to enjoy. The epistle to the philippians the new international greek. The citizens enjoyed autonomous government, immunity from taxes, and treatment as if they lived in italy. Summarize what the bible says about philippi the city or the church outside the book of philippians. He then shares several key things on how to do this. The book of philippians in six discussions chi alpha. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the word. The chief concern of the baker exegetical commentary on the new. Philippianspdfprecepts for life study guidedownload. The main themes that run through philippians are imitating christs example and rejoicing in every. Even now, prayerfully ponder the last few verses from the first chapter, which aptly summarize pauls aims and themes in philippians. The epistle to the philippians introduction author the apostle paul 1. His coworkers traveling with him were timothy, silas, and luke.
The apostle paul, joined in his salutation by timothy. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. New testament scholar, ground breaking textual critic, and editor of the nicnt series, gordon d. 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. Paul prays for the church to grow in knowledge and depth of insight so we will be filled with the fruit of righteousness. The epistle to the philippians the new international. 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. Read philippians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete.
Nothing in the letter would have motivated a forger to write it. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of 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 the glory of god. Pdf the macarthur bible commentary download full pdf book. Philippians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry. For these reasons and others, philippians is a book of the bible that deserves not just our routine reading but our careful study and meditation. As james montgomery boice points out, no book in the bible is so filled with joy as philippians. Most likely this is the telltale word, for which grumbling offers a biblical frame of reference. Make a list of bible passages outside the book of philippians that refer to the city or church at philippi use a concordance and crossreferences.
Like israel, the philippians are to stop their grumbling, which in their case has taken the form of arguing or disputing with one another. The best commentary on the epistle to the philippians is the work by peter t. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry new. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the. John macarthur takes readers through the book of philippians, exploring pauls teachings on the dangers of selfsufficiency and complacency. The macarthur bible studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of scripture. An alliterated outline for the chapters of the bible. Discipleship lessons inductive bible study questions 4 2. Constables notes on philippians 2020 edition resulted in philippi receiving even higher status. Originally published in 1974, be joyful is part of dr. A verse by verse examination of the apostle pauls epistle of joy to the beloved philippian church. It was generous in its gifts to the lords work philippians 4. Complete concise exhortations to several christian duties, as stedfastness, unanimity, joy, etc. How to use this study guide a note to group leaders every group meeting is an improvisation.
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. These commentaries from respected bible scholar and preacher john macarthur give a versebyverse analysis in context and provide points of application for passages, illuminating the biblical text in practical and relevant ways. Some knowledge of greek is required to use it fully. Matthew 17, matthew 815, matthew 1623, matthew 2428, luke 15, luke 610, luke 1117, john 111, john 1221, acts 112, acts 28, romans 18, romans 916, 1 corinthians, 2. Check out this commentary, summary and key verses from the book of philiipians. Fee provides us with an insightful comparison of philippians to two types of letters in the grecoroman world, friendship letters. The church at philippi was one of the most generous in financial support 4. The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy. 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. 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. If youre familiar with the book of acts, and i would encourage you that if you read the book of acts you can get a lot of the. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. An expositional study of the letter to the philippians with specific.