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Philippians 1:19
because I know that through your prayers and the provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, my distress will turn out for my deliverance.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Philippian church from imprisonment, reflecting on his ongoing legal trial. He shifts focus from his personal circumstances to the outcome of his suffering.
The words — The Greek οἶδα (oida) states "I know," and ἀποβήσεται (apobēsetai) means "will turn out," framing the verse as a declaration of certainty about a future result.
The thread — The concept of suffering yielding a positive outcome runs in Romans 8:28, and the reliance on intercession echoes 2 Corinthians 1:11. The active role of the Spirit in guiding events appears in Acts 16:7.
Why it lands — The verse requires the reader to accept that intercessory prayer and divine agency can redirect personal suffering into preservation. It demands a posture of certainty rather than anxiety regarding future outcomes.
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The Greek words
King James Version
For I know that this shall turn to my salvation through your prayer, and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ,
Cross-references
- Romans 8:28 And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.
- Acts 16:7 And when they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not permit them.
- 2 Corinthians 1:11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers.
- Galatians 4:6 And because you are sons, God sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!”
- Romans 8:9 You, however, are controlled not by the flesh, but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ.
- 1 Corinthians 4:17 That is why I have sent you Timothy, my beloved and faithful child in the Lord. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ Jesus, which is exactly what I teach everywhere in every church.
- Ephesians 6:18 Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints.
- 1 Peter 1:7 so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
- 1 Peter 1:11 trying to determine the time and setting to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow.