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(KJV) Philippians 1:9
And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment;
LOVE MAY ABOUND … IN KNOWLEDGE / PHILIPPIANS 1:9
Love, if it is to be truly Christian, must be based on Biblical revelation and knowledge – the things God shows and teaches us through His Word.
- In the New Testament, the term “knowledge” (Greek epignosis) refers to more than knowing information and facts; it is a spiritual assurance within one’s heart. It is a deep confidence directly related to God’s character, work and purposes, and it expresses itself in active trust and obedience to God. In this sense, we truly know God’s Word only as we live the Word and it becomes part of who we are. Biblical knowledge goes beyond knowing about God to actually knowing Him personally through a deep and growing relationship. As a result of this relationship, we will become more like Christ and take on His character traits, including a greater love for Him and others (Philippians 1:10-11; Ephesians 3:16-19).
- To know God’s Word (Romans 7:1) or to know God’s will (His desires and plans based on His character and purposes, Acts 22:14; Romans 2:18) suggests knowing God personally (John 17:3), obeying His Word (1 John 5:3) and expressing His love (1 John 4:8). The goal of knowing the truth of God’s Word (1 Timothy 6:3; Titus 1:9; Galatians 1:9) is a deeper love for God and freedom from sin (all that offends and opposes God, Romans 6:6). “Depth of insight” means that Christians, through true love and godly knowledge, learn to distinguish between what is good and evil, true and false, right and wrong.
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LOVE MAY ABOUND ... IN KNOWLEDGE / PHILIPPIANS 1:9
DescriptionLove, if it is to be truly Christian, must be based on Biblical revelation and knowledge - the things God shows and teaches us through His Word.
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Margarita Crews
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