Philippians
“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 3:14
Philippians 3:14 (KJV) speaks to perseverance, determination, and calling — 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
“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,”
Hebrews 12:1“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:”
2 Timothy 4:7“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;”
Romans 5:3“Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.”
Acts of the Apostles 14:22“But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.”
Acts of the Apostles 20:24“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.”
1 Timothy 6:12
Common questions
What does Philippians 3:14 mean?
In the King James Version, Philippians 3:14 reads: "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." The verse speaks to perseverance, determination, and calling. To read it well, take it in the flow of Philippians 3 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 3:14 in the King James Version?
Yes. "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." is Philippians 3:14 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Philippians chapter 3.
What are some related Bible verses to Philippians 3:14?
Verses that sit beside Philippians 3:14 include Hebrews 12:1, 2 Timothy 4:7, and Romans 5:3. Reading them alongside Philippians 3:14 deepens the theme of perseverance.
How can I pray with Philippians 3:14?
Read Philippians 3:14 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.