Philippians 4:15

Now ye Philippians know also, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only.

Cross-references

Acts 16:40 Historical context

Acts 16:40 recounts Paul's departure from Philippi after founding the church — the very early days he references here as when they alone shared with him.

2 Corinthians 11:8–12 Historical context

2 Corinthians 11:8-12 expands on Paul's policy of accepting support from Macedonian churches (like Philippi) while refusing it from Corinth — same principle here.

2 Corinthians 11:9 Historical context

2 Corinthians 11:9 explicitly states that Macedonian believers (including Philippians) supplied Paul's needs, confirming the support mentioned here.

Acts 17:1–5 Historical context

Acts 17:1-5 describes Paul's ministry in Thessalonica after leaving Philippi — illustrating that other Macedonian churches did not support him, as stated here.

2 Corinthians 12:11-15 shows Paul refusing support from Corinth — contrasting with his acceptance from Philippians here, highlighting contextual practice.

Matthew 10:42 promises reward for supporting Christ's disciples — reinforcing the value and significance of the Philippians' giving to Paul here.

2 Kings 5:16 shows Elisha refusing Naaman's gift — contrasting with Paul's acceptance of support from Philippians here.