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Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 2:1-4

The foundation for unity 2:1-4Paul advocated humility, namely, concern for the needs of others, not just one’s own needs, as the basis for unity in the church (cf. Philippians 1:22-26; Philippians 2:21).". . . someone well said: ’Love begins when someone else’s needs are more important than my own,’ which is precisely what Paul will urge in the elaboration that follows." [Note: Fee, p. 185.] read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 2:4

Fourth, the readers should consider the interests and affairs of one another, not just their own. Philippians 2:3 deals with how we view other people, and this one deals with how we relate to them. We have a duty to be responsible and to look out for the needs of our families (1 Timothy 5:8). However the believer’s sphere of concern should be broader than this and should include the needs of the members of his or her extended Christian family as well. In a larger sphere this attitude should... read more

John Darby

Darby's Synopsis of the New Testament - Philippians 2:4

2:4 [qualities], (k-6) Or 'advantages.' read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 2:1-30

The Mutual Service of Paul and Philippian Church§ 7. Philippians 2:1-11, In view of what has just been said, therefore the Apostle entreats his readers, under all the obligations arising from past fellowship (Philippians 2:1), to make his joy complete by a thorough concord (Philippians 2:2). This will be attained through self-effacing regard for each other (Philippians 2:3-4), of which Christ is the ground and example (Philippians 2:5-8).1. St. Paul invokes four bonds of friendship: exhortation... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 2:1-4

[3.Exhortation (Philippians 1:27 to Philippians 2:4).(1)To STEADFASTNESS AND CONFIDENCE UNDER PERSECUTION (Philippians 1:27-30).(2)To UNITY OF SPIRIT, based on humility and self-forgetfulness (Philippians 2:1-4).] read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 2:4

(4) Look not every man on his own things.—This verse similarly describes the positive effect of this “being of one mind” as consisting in power of understanding and sympathy towards “the things of others”—not merely the interests, but also the ideas and feelings of others. To “look upon” here is something more than “to seek” (as in Philippians 2:21). It expresses that insight into the thoughts, hopes, aspirations of others, which only a self-forgetting love can give, as well as the care to... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Philippians 2:1-30

Against Controversy Philippians 2:3-5 There are two great notes in St. Paul's Epistle to the Philippians: I. The Note of Joy. The first the note of joy: 'Rejoice,' he is always crying, and this is the more noble because, as you remember, he wrote as a prisoner and as one in chains. And the point reminds us once more that no chain can ever fetter the free spirit: Stone walls do not a prison make, Nor iron bars a cage. Even so one thinks of Bunyan with his body indeed in Bedford gaol, and with... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Philippians 2:1-4

Chapter 6THE MIND OF CHRIST.Philippians 2:1-4 (R.V.)In the verses last considered the Apostle had begun to summon his Philippian friends to Christian duty. But so far his words bear the character only of occasional exhortation, which falls naturally in as he dwells upon his own circumstances and on theirs. Associated as they have been and are, let there be no mistake as to the central bond between him and them. Let the Philippian believers partake increasingly in his own glowing apprehensions... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - Philippians 2:1-30

II. CHRIST, THE BELIEVER’S PATTERN CHAPTER 2 1. Oneness of mind through self effacement (Philippians 2:1-4 ) 2. The humiliation and exaltation of Christ (Philippians 2:5-11 ) 3. Work out your own salvation (Philippians 2:12-13 ) 4. As lights in the world (Philippians 2:14-16 ) 5. The example of Paul (Philippians 2:17-18 ) 6. The example of Timotheus (Philippians 2:19-24 ) 7. The example of Epaphroditus (Philippians 2:25-30 ) Philippians 2:1-4 This chapter puts before us Christ as our... read more

L.M. Grant

L. M. Grant's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 2:1-30

In the first chapter we have seen that Christ is the very principle of life that motivates the apostle in whatever circumstances, - and so indeed it should be for all believers. Chapter 2 now brings Christ Jesus before us in His voluntary humiliation and obedience unto death, as the great Example of His people. Vibrant life and freshness of soul is sweet, but it will soon vanish if it does not issue in lowly obedience. Thus, if souls have found "consolation in Christ - comfort of love -... read more