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Philippians 4:14
Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Philippian believers to acknowledge their material support during his imprisonment. He addresses this partnership immediately after declaring his reliance on Christ's strength.
The words — The participle συγκοινωνήσαντες (sugkoinōēsantes) literally means "having fellowship in" or "sharing jointly in." It stands beside καλῶς (kalōs), meaning "well," to frame their financial contribution as a righteous act.
The thread — This pattern of shared suffering and financial partnership runs through Hebrews 10:34, where believers joyfully accepted property confiscation, and Hebrews 13:16, which commands sharing with others as a sacrifice. Paul also recalls this early partnership in Philippians 1:7 regarding his chains and legal defense.
Why it lands — The text defines material support for gospel workers as active participation in spiritual struggle rather than optional charity. It requires readers to provide practical resources and stand with those facing hardship for the faith.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Notwithstanding ye have well done, that ye did communicate with my affliction.
Cross-references
- Hebrews 13:16 And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
- 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 10:34 You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, knowing that you yourselves had a better and permanent possession.
- 1 Kings 8:18 But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart.
- Galatians 6:6 Nevertheless, the one who receives instruction in the word must share in all good things with his instructor.
- Matthew 25:21 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’
- Philippians 4:18 I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.
- 1 Timothy 6:18 Instruct them to do good, to be rich in good works, and to be generous and ready to share,
- 3 John 1:5 Beloved, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, and especially since they are strangers to you.
- 2 Chronicles 6:8 But the LORD said to my father David, ‘Since it was in your heart to build a house for My Name, you have done well to have this in your heart.