Philippians 2:29 NIV

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:25-30

True laborers for Christ. "Yet I supposed it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus," etc. Epaphroditus, it would seem, had been sent from the Church at Philippi to Paul at Rome, with supplies for his temporal necessities. In the execution of his commission he had fallen sick, and now, having reached convalescence, he longed to return home in order to relieve the anxieties of his friends, who had heard of his indisposition. The text presents to us two genuine , if not model, workers for... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:25-30

Epaphroditus. Epaphroditus was a member of the Philippian Church who brought the contributions from that Church to St. Paul at Rome. While in the imperial city, he threw himself so zealously into the work of the apostle as to bring on an illness and seriously endanger his life. Recovering, he feared that his friends at Philippi might be over-anxious about him, and was desirous to return to them as soon as possible. St. Paul, therefore, commended him to the Philippians, in this letter which... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:29

Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness; and hold such in reputation: In the Lord (see note on Philippians 2:19 ; comp. Romans 16:2 ). With joy on every account. Notice the constant repetition of the word "joy," characteristic of this Epistle. read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:29

Receive him therefore in the Lord - As the servant of the Lord, or as now restored to you by the Lord, and therefore to be regarded as a fresh gift from God. Our friends restored to us after a long absence, we should receive as the gift of God, and as a proof of his mercy.And hold such in reputation - Margin, honor such. This is a high commendation of Epaphroditus, and, at the same time, it enjoins an important duty in regard to the proper treatment of those who sustain such a character. It is... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 2:28-30

Philippians 2:28-30. I sent him therefore the more carefully Or, speedily, as σπουδαιοτερως here signifies; that seeing him again In a state of health, ye may rejoice May be comforted after your trouble; and that I may be the less sorrowful When I know you are rejoicing. Receive him therefore With affection and gratitude, being assured that his long absence was owing, not to want of love to you, but to bad health; and hold persons of such a character, whatever their station of... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Philippians 2:19-30

Timothy and Epaphroditus (2:19-30)For an example of self-denying humility and service, Paul refers them to Timothy. They will have a chance to meet Timothy again soon, as Paul is sending him to Philippi to help the church through its problems. Paul trusts that Timothy will return to him with the good news that the Philippians are united in love once again (19-20). Most people are too concerned with looking after themselves to stop and think how they can help others, but Timothy gives himself... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Philippians 2:29

in reputation = as honourable. or esteemed. Greek. entirnos. Here, Luke 7:2 ; Luke 14:8 . 1 Peter 2:4 , 1 Peter 2:6 , read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 2:29

Receive him therefore in the Lord with all joy; and hold such in honor.Dummelow thought that:The apostle heaps commendations upon Epaphroditus, apprehending seemingly that he might have a cool reception (Philippians 2:29-80), since he is going home prematurely and without having rendered all the service expected.[64]It is very difficult, however, for this writer to agree with that, because the severe "nigh-unto-death" illness of Epaphroditus would certainly have made it very difficult for any... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:29

29. Receive him—There seems to be something behind respecting him. If extreme affection had been the sole ground of his "heaviness," no such exhortation would have been needed [ALFORD]. in reputation—"in honor." read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 2:25-30

The example of Epaphroditus 2:25-30Another messenger would arrive in Philippi before either Paul or Timothy. Epaphroditus would carry this epistle to its destination. Paul wrote this pericope to prepare for a proper reception of its courier and to draw attention to Epaphroditus’ humility. read more

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:25-30

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:25-30

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:29

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:29

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 2:28-30

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Philippians 2:19-30

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Philippians 2:29

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 2:29

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:29

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 2:25-30

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