Philippians 4 - Introduction - Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible

Bible Comments

IV.

[8.

Conclusion of the Epistle (Philippians 4:1-23).

FINAL EXHORTATION —

(a)

To unity, with especial mention of Euodia, Syntyche, and others (Philippians 4:1-3).

(b)

To joy, confident in the power of prayer, and resting in the peace of God (Philippians 4:4-7).

(c)

To conformity with all that is good after the apostolic model (Philippians 4:8-9).

THANKS FOR THE PHILIPPIAN OFFERINGS.

(a)

Declaration that he could not claim them of necessity (Philippians 4:10-13).

(b)

Grateful remembrance of their former liberality (Philippians 4:14-17).

(c)

Blessing on their present sacrifice offered through him to God (Philippians 4:18-20).

GREETING AND BLESSING (Philippians 4:21-23).]