Philippians 1:5
For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now;
Cross-reference
Philippians 1:7 elaborates on the partnership theme, explaining they share grace and stand with Paul in his trials.
Philippians 4:14 commends their partnership in Paul's affliction, directly continuing the partnership idea from this verse.
Romans 15:26 gives a concrete example of gospel partnership: Macedonia's financial contribution for poor saints.
Ephesians 3:6 uses 'partakers' of the promise, directly echoing the partnership theme and extending it to Gentiles.
Philemon 1:17 explicitly calls Paul a 'partner' with Philemon, directly mirroring the partnership theme.
Acts 16:15 shows Lydia's hospitality as an early example of partnership with Paul, connecting to the gospel partnership mentioned here.
In 1 John 1:3, the same Greek word 'koinonia' describes fellowship with God and believers, echoing Paul's theme of partnership in the gospel.
Hebrews 3:14 speaks of sharing in Christ, a different dimension of partnership—participation in Christ's life.
1 John 1:7 also uses 'koinonia' for fellowship, linking ongoing partnership in the gospel to walking in the light.