John Trapp Complete Commentary - Philippians 2:3
3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. Ver. 3. Let nothing be done through strife ] These are those hell hags that set the Church on fire, φιλονεικεια and φιλαρχια : if these men could be cast out of men’s hearts, great hopes there were, παντας εις το θειον κηρυγμα ομοφωνως και ορθοδοξως συνδραμειν , as Isidore hath it, that all men would soon consent in one and the same truth, and be at peace among... read more
The Biblical Illustrator - Philippians 2:10-11
Philippians 2:10-11That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow Bowing at the name of JesusI.To what period does the assertion refer.1. Not the present, which would not be the fact, and besides the text is a prophecy. Many objects are now worshipped: riches, pleasure, etc.2. At the judgment, when every usurper will be dethroned, and every rebel crushed.II. The persons alluded to.1. His willing and devoted servants.2. Others will bow unwillingly.III. The consequences of this event. Jesus will... read more