Bible Strands
Philippians 4:23
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Philippian church at the conclusion of his letter, following a report of greetings from other believers and Caesar's household. He issues a final benediction to close the correspondence.
The words — The Greek term χάρις (charis) translates to "grace," while μετὰ (meta) means "with." The text literally states "the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit."
The thread — This benediction formula appears in Romans 16:20 and 2 Corinthians 13:14 as a recurring epistolary closing. It connects Pauline correspondence through a consistent theological sign-off.
Why it lands — The text declares that divine favor belongs to the believer's inner life through Christ's authority. It requires the reader to accept that favor as a settled reality rather than pursuing it as a future achievement.
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The Greek words
King James Version
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen. It was written to the Philippians from Rome by Epaphroditus.
Cross-references
- Romans 16:20 The God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
- 2 Corinthians 13:14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.
- Romans 16:23 Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus.