Bible Strands
Philippians 1:26
so that through my coming to you again your exultation in Christ Jesus will resound on account of me.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Philippian church from a position of imprisonment, explaining that he expects to remain active among them and visit again.
The words — The Greek noun καύχημα (kauchēma), rendered "exultation" or "boasting," pairs with the verb περισσεύῃ (perisseuē), "may abound," to describe a surplus of confidence or pride.
The thread — This motif appears in 2 Corinthians 1:14 and 2 Corinthians 5:12, where Paul frames mutual boasting as a future reality on the day of the Lord, while Philippians 3:3 shifts that glory exclusively to Christ Jesus.
Why it lands — The text states that Paul's physical return will trigger an overflow of the Philippians' confidence in Christ, asking readers to view apostolic visits as catalysts for spiritual assurance rather than objects of devotion.
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The Greek words
King James Version
That your rejoicing may be more abundant in Jesus Christ for me by my coming to you again.
Cross-references
- 2 Corinthians 1:14 as you have already understood us in part, that you may boast of us just as we will boast of you in the day of our Lord Jesus.
- 2 Corinthians 5:12 We are not commending ourselves to you again. Instead, we are giving you an occasion to be proud of us, so that you can answer those who take pride in appearances rather than in the heart.
- Philippians 3:3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who worship by the Spirit of God, who glory in Christ Jesus, and who put no confidence in the flesh—
- Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
- Song of Solomon 5:1 I have come to my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice. I have eaten my honeycomb with my honey; I have drunk my wine with my milk. Eat, O friends, and drink; drink freely, O beloved.
- John 16:22 So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.
- John 16:24 Until now you have not asked for anything in My name. Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete.
- 2 Corinthians 7:6 But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the arrival of Titus,
- Philippians 2:16 as you hold forth the word of life, in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.
- Philippians 3:1 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you.