Philippians
“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:”
Philippians 1:6
Philippians 1:6 (KJV) speaks to God's faithfulness, spiritual growth, and assurance — words set in Philippians, Paul's letter of joy from prison. Sit with it for a moment, and let the words do their quiet work.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.”
2 Corinthians 1:20“Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.”
1 Thessalonians 5:24“Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil;”
Hebrews 6:19“Who shall also confirm you unto the end, that ye may be blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
1 Corinthians 1:8“Behold, the days come, saith the LORD, that I will perform that good thing which I have promised unto the house of Israel and to the house of Judah.”
Jeremiah 33:14“And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.”
Psalms 1:3
Common questions
What does Philippians 1:6 mean?
In the King James Version, Philippians 1:6 reads: "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:" The verse speaks to God's faithfulness, spiritual growth, and assurance. To read it well, take it in the flow of Philippians 1 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Philippians 1:6 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:" is Philippians 1:6 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Philippians chapter 1.
What are some related Bible verses to Philippians 1:6?
Verses that sit beside Philippians 1:6 include 2 Corinthians 1:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:24, and Hebrews 6:19. Reading them alongside Philippians 1:6 deepens the theme of God's faithfulness.
How can I pray with Philippians 1:6?
Read Philippians 1:6 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.