Philippians 1:25
And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;
Cross-references
In Philippians 1:24, Paul states his remaining is necessary for their sake — directly grounding his confidence here to stay for their progress.
In Philippians 2:24, Paul expresses hope to visit soon, aligning with his conviction in 1:25 that he will remain with them.
In Acts 14:22, Paul strengthens disciples and urges perseverance in faith — exactly the kind of ministry he intends to continue in Philippians 1:25.
In Romans 1:11, Paul longs to visit Rome to impart spiritual gifts and strengthen them — paralleling his desire in 1:25 to remain for the Philippians' progress.
Paul prays for joy and peace in believing, directly relating to his aim for the Philippians' joy in faith.
Paul expects to come with the fullness of Christ's blessing, similar to his plan to stay for their joy and progress.
Paul states he works with believers for their joy, directly paralleling his purpose in Philippians 1:25.
In John 15:11, Jesus promises complete joy to those abiding in Him — the same joy Paul aims to foster through his remaining.
In Acts 20:25, Paul says the Ephesian elders will never see him again, contrasting with his conviction in 1:25 that he will remain with the Philippians.
In 2 Corinthians 1:15, Paul intends to visit for their benefit — parallel to his remaining here for their progress and joy.
In 1 Thessalonians 3:2, Paul sends Timothy to establish and exhort their faith — parallel to his own aim to stay for their progress.
In 1 Thessalonians 3:10, Paul longs to supply what is lacking in their faith — same aim as remaining to promote their progress.
In 1 John 1:4, John writes for complete joy — parallel to Paul's purpose of fostering joy in believers' faith.