Philippians 1:12

The Passion Translation

I want you to know, dear ones, what has happened to me has not hindered, but helped my ministry of preaching the gospel, causing it to expand and spread to many people.

Cross References

2 Timothy 2:9

This is the reason I am persecuted and imprisoned by evildoers, enduring the suffering of these chains—but the Word of God can never be chained!

Romans 8:28

So we are convinced that every detail of our lives is continually woven together for good, for we are his lovers who have been called to fulfill his designed purpose.

Romans 8:37

Yet even in the midst of all these things, we triumph over them all, for God has made us to be more than conquerors, and his demonstrated love is our glorious victory over everything!

Acts 8:4

Although the believers were scattered by persecution, they preached the wonderful news of the word of God wherever they went.

Psalm 76:10

You have power to transform man’s futile anger into praise. The fury of your enemies only causes your fame to increase.

Philippians 1:5

and our enduring partnership that began the first time I presented to you the gospel.

Philippians 1:7

It’s no wonder I pray with such confidence, since you have a permanent place in my heart! You have remained partners with me in the wonderful grace of God even though I’m here in chains for standing up for the truth of the gospel.

Philippians 2:22

You already know about his excellent reputation, since he has served alongside me as a loyal son in the work of ministry.

Philippians 4:3

I would like my dear friend and burden-bearer to help resolve this issue, for both women have diligently labored with me for the prize and helped in spreading the revelation of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my coworkers. All of their names are written in the Book of Life.

Philippians 4:15

For I want you to know that the Philippian church was the only church that supported me in the beginning as I went out to preach the gospel. You were the only church that sowed into me financially,

1 Timothy 2:8

Therefore, I encourage the men to pray on every occasion with hands lifted to God in worship with clean hearts, free from frustration or strife.

2 Timothy 4:17

For in spite of this, my Lord himself stood with me, empowering me to complete my ministry of preaching to all the non-Jewish nations so they all could hear the message and be delivered from the mouth of the lion!