Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe.
Finally, х to (G3588) loipon (G3063)] - or (not time, but a transition to another general subject) "Furthermore" (Bengel), as in 1 Thessalonians 4:1; 'as to what remains,' etc. It often, at the conclusion of letters, means "finally" (Ephesians 6:10; 2 Thessalonians 3:1). But it is not restricted to this, as Alford thinks, supposing that Paul used it here intending to close his letter, but was led by mention of Judaizers into a longer dissertation.
The same things - concerning 'rejoicing,' the key-note of the letter: the more remarkable from one writing from prison (Philippians 1:18; Philippians 1:25; Philippians 2:17; Philippians 4:4, where cf. "again I say" with "the same things" here). "In the Lord" marks the true sphere of joy, in contrast with "confidence in the flesh," or in any outward matter of boasting (Philippians 3:3) or carnal joy.
Not grievous - `irksome.'
For you it is safe. Lest amidst trials (Philippians 1:29) you should ever despond, spiritual joy is our safety against error (Philippians 3:2; Nehemiah 8:10, end).