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Philippians 1
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Thanksgiving

1 Paul and Timothy, bond-servants of Christ Jesus (the Messiah, the Anointed),

To all the saints (God’s people) in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, including the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace to you and peace [inner calm and spiritual well-being] from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

3 I thank my God in every remembrance of you, 4 always offering every prayer of mine with joy [and with specific requests] for all of you, 5 [thanking God] for your participation and partnership [both your comforting fellowship and gracious contributions] in [advancing] the good news [regarding salvation] from the first day [you heard it] until now. 6 I am convinced and confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect and complete it until the day of Christ Jesus [the time of His return].(A) 7 It is right for me to feel this way about you, because [you have me in your heart as] I have you in my heart, since both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the good news [regarding salvation], all of you share in [His matchless] grace with me. 8 For God is my witness, how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus [whose great love fills me]. 9 And this I pray, that your love may abound more and more [displaying itself in greater depth] in real knowledge and in practical insight, 10 so that you may learn to recognize and treasure what is excellent [identifying the best, and distinguishing moral differences], and that you may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ [actually living lives that lead others away from sin]; 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness which comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God [so that His glory may be both revealed and recognized].

The Gospel Is Preached

12 Now I want you to know, [a]believers, that what has happened to me [this imprisonment that was meant to stop me] has actually served to advance [the spread of] the good news [regarding salvation]. 13 My imprisonment in [the cause of] Christ has become common knowledge throughout the whole [b]praetorian (imperial) guard and to everyone else. 14 Because of my chains [seeing that I am doing well and that God is accomplishing great things], most of the [c]brothers have renewed confidence in the Lord, and have far more courage to speak the word of God [concerning salvation] without fear [of the consequences, seeing that God can work His good in all circumstances]. 15 Some, it is true, are [actually] preaching Christ out of envy and rivalry [toward me—for no better reason than a competitive spirit or misguided ambition], but others out of goodwill and a loyal spirit [toward me]. 16 The latter [preach Christ] out of love, because they know that I have been put here [by God on purpose] for the defense of the gospel; 17 but the former preach Christ [insincerely] out of selfish ambition [just self-promotion], thinking that they are causing me distress in my imprisonment. 18 What then [does it matter]? So long as in every way, whether in pretense [for self-promotion] or in all honesty [to spread the truth], Christ is being preached; and in this I rejoice.

Yes, and I will rejoice [later as well], 19 for I know [with confidence] that this will turn out for my deliverance and spiritual well-being, through your prayers and the [superabundant] supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ [which upholds me]. 20 It is my own eager expectation and hope, that [looking toward the future] I will not disgrace myself nor be ashamed in anything, but that with courage and the utmost freedom of speech, even now as always, Christ will be magnified and exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.

To Live Is Christ

21 For to me, to live is Christ [He is my source of joy, my reason to live] and to die is gain [for I will be with Him in eternity]. 22 If, however, it is to be life here and I am to go on living, this will mean useful and productive service for me; so I do not know which to choose [if I am given that choice]. 23 But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better; 24 yet to remain in my body is more necessary and essential for your sake. 25 Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that your rejoicing for me may overflow in Christ Jesus through my coming to you again.

27 Only [be sure to] lead your lives in a manner [that will be] worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I do come and see you or remain absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit [and one purpose], with one [d]mind striving side by side [as if in combat] for the faith of the gospel. 28 And in no way be alarmed or intimidated [in anything] by your opponents, for such [constancy and fearlessness on your part] is a [clear] sign [a proof and a seal] for them of [their impending] destruction, but [a clear sign] for you of deliverance and salvation, and that too, from God. 29 For you have been granted [the privilege] for Christ’s sake, not only to believe and confidently trust in Him, but also to suffer for His sake, 30 [and so you are] experiencing the same [kind of] conflict which [e]you saw me endure, and which you hear to be mine now.

Footnotes

  1. Philippians 1:12 Lit brethren.
  2. Philippians 1:13 This word is derived from the Latin praetor (leader, commander). Paul’s use of the word here indicates that he is referring to the troops who served as the emperor’s bodyguard, and evidently were also entrusted with the custody of prisoners who had come to Rome on appeal.
  3. Philippians 1:14 Lit brethren.
  4. Philippians 1:27 Lit soul.
  5. Philippians 1:30 Paul and Silas were beaten and imprisoned in Philippi during their first trip to the region. See Acts 16:19-40.
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Filipenses 1
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Saludo

1 Pablo (A) y Timoteo(B), siervos de Cristo Jesús(C):

A todos los santos(D) en Cristo Jesús que están en Filipos(E), incluyendo a los obispos[a](F) y diáconos(G): 2 Gracia a ustedes y paz de parte de Dios nuestro Padre y del Señor Jesucristo(H).

Pablo ora por los filipenses

3 Doy gracias a mi Dios siempre que me acuerdo[b] de ustedes(I). 4 Pido[c] siempre con gozo en cada una de mis oraciones por todos ustedes(J), 5 por su participación en el evangelio(K) desde el primer día hasta ahora(L).

6 Estoy convencido precisamente de esto: que el que comenzó en ustedes la buena obra, la perfeccionará hasta el día de Cristo Jesús(M). 7 Es justo que yo sienta[d] esto acerca de todos ustedes(N), porque los llevo en el corazón(O), pues tanto en mis prisiones[e](P) como en la defensa y confirmación del evangelio(Q), todos ustedes son participantes conmigo de la gracia. 8 Porque Dios me es testigo(R) de cuánto los añoro a todos con el entrañable amor[f] de Cristo Jesús(S).

9 Y esto pido en oración: que el amor de ustedes abunde aún más y más(T) en conocimiento verdadero y en todo discernimiento(U), 10 a fin de que escojan lo mejor(V), para que sean puros e irreprensibles para el día de Cristo(W); 11 llenos del fruto de justicia(X) que es por medio de Jesucristo, para la gloria y alabanza de Dios.

La vida es Cristo

12 Quiero que sepan, hermanos, que las circunstancias en que me he visto, han redundado en un mayor progreso del evangelio(Y), 13 de tal manera que mis prisiones[g](Z) por la causa de Cristo se han hecho notorias en toda la guardia pretoriana[h] y a todos los demás(AA). 14 La mayoría de los hermanos, confiando en el Señor[i] por causa de mis prisiones[j](AB), tienen mucho más valor para hablar la palabra de Dios sin temor(AC). 15 Algunos, a la verdad, predican a Cristo[k] aun por envidia y rivalidad(AD), pero también otros lo hacen de buena voluntad. 16 [l]Estos lo hacen por amor, sabiendo que he sido designado para la defensa del evangelio(AE). 17 Aquellos proclaman a Cristo por ambición personal(AF), no con sinceridad, pensando causarme angustia en mis prisiones[m](AG).

18 ¿Entonces qué? Que de todas maneras, ya sea fingidamente o en verdad, Cristo es proclamado; y en esto me regocijo, sí, y me regocijaré. 19 Porque sé que esto resultará en mi liberación[n] mediante las oraciones[o](AH) de ustedes y la provisión del Espíritu de Jesucristo(AI), 20 conforme a mi anhelo(AJ) y esperanza de que en nada seré avergonzado(AK), sino que con toda confianza(AL), aun ahora, como siempre, Cristo será exaltado en mi cuerpo(AM), ya sea por vida o por muerte(AN).

21 Pues para mí, el vivir es Cristo(AO) y el morir es ganancia. 22 Pero si el vivir en la carne, esto significa para mí una labor fructífera(AP), entonces, no sé cuál escoger. 23 Porque de ambos lados me siento apremiado, teniendo el deseo de partir y estar con Cristo(AQ), pues eso es mucho mejor.

24 Sin embargo, continuar en la carne es más necesario por causa de ustedes. 25 Y convencido de esto(AR), sé que permaneceré y continuaré con todos ustedes para su progreso y gozo en la fe, 26 para que su profunda satisfacción por mí abunde en Cristo Jesús(AS) a causa de mi visita[p] otra vez a ustedes.

Luchando unánimes por la fe

27 Solamente compórtense de una manera digna(AT) del evangelio de Cristo(AU), de modo que ya sea que vaya a verlos[q], o que permanezca ausente, pueda oír que ustedes están firmes(AV) en un mismo espíritu(AW), luchando unánimes[r] por la fe del evangelio(AX). 28 De ninguna manera estén atemorizados por sus adversarios, lo cual es señal(AY) de perdición para ellos, pero de salvación para ustedes, y esto, de Dios.

29 Porque a ustedes se les ha concedido por amor[s] de Cristo, no solo creer en Él, sino también sufrir por Él(AZ), 30 teniendo el mismo conflicto(BA) que vieron en mí, y que ahora oyen que está en mí(BB).

Footnotes

  1. Filipenses 1:1 O supervisores.
  2. Filipenses 1:3 Lit. por todo recuerdo.
  3. Filipenses 1:4 Lit. haciendo oración.
  4. Filipenses 1:7 Lit. Así como es justo para mí sentir.
  5. Filipenses 1:7 Lit. cadenas.
  6. Filipenses 1:8 Lit. en las entrañas.
  7. Filipenses 1:13 O mi encarcelamiento; lit. mis cadenas.
  8. Filipenses 1:13 O todo el palacio del gobernador.
  9. Filipenses 1:14 O hermanos en el Señor, confiando.
  10. Filipenses 1:14 O mi encarcelamiento; lit. mis cadenas.
  11. Filipenses 1:15 I.e. el Mesías.
  12. Filipenses 1:16 Algunos mss. invierten el orden de los vers. 16 y 17.
  13. Filipenses 1:17 O mi encarcelamiento; lit. mis cadenas.
  14. Filipenses 1:19 O salvación.
  15. Filipenses 1:19 Lit. súplicas.
  16. Filipenses 1:26 Lit. venida.
  17. Filipenses 1:27 Lit. vaya y los vea.
  18. Filipenses 1:27 Lit. con un alma.
  19. Filipenses 1:29 O por causa.
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