Philippians 2:18

Arabic APD 2024 (كِتاب العَهد الجَّديد مِن الكِتاب المُقَدَّس)

و إنتو كَمان، كونو مَبسوطين و أفرَحو مَعاي.

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from the letter Paul wrote to the church in Philippi. He's saying that they should share his joy and happiness because of the good things happening for God’s work.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing with your friend, and your mom tells you she got a new toy coming soon. She wants both you and your friend to be excited about it. That's what Paul is asking from the people in Philippi – he wants them to share his happiness!

Historical Background

This letter was written by Paul around AD 61-62 while he was imprisoned in Rome. He wrote to encourage the church at Philippi, a city in Macedonia, emphasizing unity and joy despite trials.

Living It Out Today

If your friend has just received good news about their job or school, you might feel happy for them and wish they could share that happiness with you too. This verse reminds us to celebrate others' successes as if they were our own.

Topics

• joy
• unity
• encouragement
• support
• celebration
• community

Related Verses

• Romans 12:15
• Galatians 6:4-6
• Acts 18:1-3
• John 17:11
• 1 Thessalonians 3:9

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Paul asking the church in Philippi to rejoice?

Paul was encouraging them to share his joy because he believed that their collective happiness would strengthen their unity and support for God's work.

How can we celebrate with others like Paul suggests?

We can show genuine interest in others' successes, express our happiness through words or actions, and even participate in celebrations to truly share the joy.

What was the situation when Paul wrote this verse?

Paul was imprisoned in Rome at the time he wrote Philippians. Despite his hardships, he wanted the church in Philippi to be joyful and supportive.

How does rejoicing with others impact a community?

Rejoicing together fosters unity, strengthens bonds among members of a community, and creates an environment where people feel supported and valued.