holding up the word of life, that I may have something to boast in the day of Christ that I didn’t run in vain nor labor in vain.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Philippians 2:16 in context
Philippians 2:13–19
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For it is God who works in you both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
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Do all things without complaining and arguing,
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that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without defect in the middle of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you are seen as lights in the world,
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holding up the word of life, that I may have something to boast in the day of Christ that I didn’t run in vain nor labor in vain.
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Yes, and if I am poured out on the sacrifice and service of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.
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In the same way, you also should be glad and rejoice with me.
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But I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered up when I know how you are doing.
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