Philippians 1:27 “Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of C…”

Philippians 1:27

Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;

World English Bible

Only let your way of life be worthy of the Good News of Christ, that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your state, that you stand firm in one spirit, with one soul striving for the faith of the Good News;

American Standard Version

Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ: that, whether I come and see you or be absent, I may hear of your state, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one soul striving for the faith of the gospel;

Geneva Bible 1599

Onely let your conuersation be, as it becommeth the Gospel of Christ, that whether I come and see you, or els be absent, I may heare of your matters that ye continue in one Spirit, and in one mind, fighting together through the faith of the Gospel.

Darby Translation

Only conduct yourselves worthily of the glad tidings of the Christ, in order that whether coming and seeing you, or absent, I may hear of what concerns you, that ye stand firm in one spirit, with one soul, labouring together in the same conflict with the faith of the glad tidings;

Young's Literal Translation

Only worthily of the good news of the Christ conduct ye yourselves, that, whether having come and seen you, whether being absent I may hear of the things concerning you, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one soul, striving together for the faith of the good news,

Bible in Basic English

Only let your behaviour do credit to the good news of Christ, so that if I come and see you or if I am away from you, I may have news of you that you are strong in one spirit, working together with one soul for the faith of the good news;

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Cross references

“let”

Ephesians 4:1 2 Peter 3:14 Colossians 1:10 1 Thessalonians 4:1 2 Peter 3:11 Titus 2:10

Ephesians 4:1 · BSB

As a prisoner in the Lord, then, I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received:

2 Peter 3:14 · BSB

Therefore, beloved, as you anticipate these things, make every effort to be found at peace—spotless and blameless in His sight.

Colossians 1:10 · BSB

so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God,

1 Thessalonians 4:1 · BSB

Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more.

2 Peter 3:11 · BSB

Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind of people ought you to be? You ought to conduct yourselves in holiness and godliness

Titus 2:10 · BSB

not stealing from them, but showing all good faith, so that in every respect they will adorn the teaching about God our Savior.

“the gospel”

Romans 1:16 2 Corinthians 4:4 Romans 1:9 Romans 15:16 Romans 15:29 2 Corinthians 9:13

Romans 1:16 · BSB

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, first to the Jew, then to the Greek.

2 Corinthians 4:4 · BSB

The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.

Romans 1:9 · BSB

God, whom I serve with my spirit in preaching the gospel of His Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you

Romans 15:16 · BSB

to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles in the priestly service of the gospel of God, so that the Gentiles might become an offering acceptable to God, sanctified by the Holy Spirit.

Romans 15:29 · BSB

I know that when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of Christ.

2 Corinthians 9:13 · BSB

Because of the proof this ministry provides, the saints will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for the generosity of your contribution to them and to all the others.

“whether”

Philippians 2:12 Philippians 2:24

Philippians 2:12 · BSB

Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence, but now even more in my absence, continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling.

Philippians 2:24 · BSB

And I trust in the Lord that I myself will come soon.

“I may”

Philemon 1:5 Ephesians 1:15 Colossians 1:4 1 Thessalonians 3:6 3 John 1:3 3 John 1:4

Philemon 1:5 · BSB

because I hear about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints.

Ephesians 1:15 · BSB

For this reason, ever since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints,

Colossians 1:4 · BSB

because we have heard about your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all the saints—

1 Thessalonians 3:6 · BSB

But just now, Timothy has returned from his visit with the good news about your faith, your love, and the fond memories you have preserved, longing to see us just as we long to see you.

3 John 1:3 · BSB

For I was overjoyed when the brothers came and testified about your devotion to the truth, in which you continue to walk.

3 John 1:4 · BSB

I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.

“that ye”

1 Corinthians 1:10 2 Corinthians 13:11 Psalm 133:1 1 Corinthians 15:58 Matthew 12:25 Psalm 122:3

1 Corinthians 1:10 · BSB

I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.

2 Corinthians 13:11 · BSB

Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.

Psalm 133:1 · BSB

Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!

1 Corinthians 15:58 · BSB

Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

Matthew 12:25 · BSB

Knowing their thoughts, Jesus said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be laid waste, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.

Psalm 122:3 · BSB

Jerusalem is built up as a city united together,

“in one”

Jude 1:3 Ephesians 4:3–6 1 Corinthians 12:12–31 Jeremiah 32:39 Acts 4:32 James 3:18

Jude 1:3 · BSB

Beloved, although I made every effort to write to you about the salvation we share, I felt it necessary to write and urge you to contend earnestly for the faith entrusted once for all to the saints.

Ephesians 4:3–6 · BSB

and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.

1 Corinthians 12:12–31 · BSB

The body is a unit, though it is composed of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ.

Jeremiah 32:39 · BSB

I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them.

Acts 4:32 · BSB

The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned.

James 3:18 · BSB

Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness.

“the faith”

2 Timothy 4:7 Proverbs 22:23 Acts 24:24 Ephesians 1:13 1 Timothy 1:11 1 Timothy 1:19

2 Timothy 4:7 · BSB

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

Proverbs 22:23 · BSB

for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them.

Acts 24:24 · BSB

After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.

Ephesians 1:13 · BSB

And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit,

1 Timothy 1:11 · BSB

that agrees with the glorious gospel of the blessed God, with which I have been entrusted.

1 Timothy 1:19 · BSB

holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and thereby shipwrecked their faith.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

26so that through my coming to you again your exultation in Christ Jesus will resound on account of me.

28without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a clear sign of their destruction but of your salvation, and it is from God.

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