Philippians 1:1
Philippians 1:1 (KJV)
1 Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons:
Philippians 1:1 (Literal)
1 Paul and Timothy, bond-slaves of Jesus Christ, to all the separated ones in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, including the overseers and others who serve:
CONTEXT- Salutation
Philippians 1:1,2
1 Paul and Timothy, bond-slaves of Jesus Christ, to all the separated ones in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, including the overseers and others who serve: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ.
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The Structure of Philippians
A. Salutation –Philippians 1:1,2
B. Prayer for fellowship, fruit, and abounding love – Philippians 1:3-11
C. Contending together in the face of conflict and strife with joy and rejoicing – Philippians 1:12-30
D. Like-mindedness in the one Body with joy and rejoicing – Philippians 2:1-30
C. Contending together for the high calling with a view to the Christian’s joy and crown –Philippians 3:1-4:9
B. Desire for fellowship, care and concern, and abounding fruit – Philippians 4:10-20
A. Salutation – Philippians 4:21-23
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