Bible Strands
Philippians 1:5
because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now,
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Philippian believers while imprisoned, framing his joyful prayer in Philippians 1:4 and his confidence in Philippians 1:6. The text states he is writing because of their sustained cooperation in the gospel.
The words — The Greek term κοινωνίᾳ (koinōnia) translates literally as "partnership," denoting active sharing in a common enterprise.
The thread — The text describes this shared participation in Philippians 4:14 regarding affliction, Philippians 1:7 regarding chains, and Hebrews 3:14 regarding Christ.
Why it lands — The text demands recognition that gospel advancement requires ongoing, mutual engagement from the community rather than isolated faith.
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The Greek words
King James Version
For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now;
Cross-references
- Philippians 4:14 Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction.
- Philippians 1:7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart. For in my chains and in my defense and confirmation of the gospel, you are all partners in grace with me.
- Hebrews 3:14 We have come to share in Christ if we hold firmly to the end the assurance we had at first.
- Philemon 1:17 So if you consider me a partner, receive him as you would receive me.
- 2 Corinthians 8:1 Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia.
- Acts 16:12 From there we went to the Roman colony of Philippi, the leading city of that district of Macedonia. And we stayed there several days.
- Ephesians 3:6 This mystery is that through the gospel the Gentiles are fellow heirs, fellow members of the body, and fellow partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus.
- Colossians 1:21 Once you were alienated from God and were hostile in your minds, engaging in evil deeds.
- 1 John 1:3 We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And this fellowship of ours is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ.
- Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.