Philippians 3:8
"What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for who..." — Philippians 3:8 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations.
“What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ”Philippians 3:8 (NIV)
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“The Word Became FleshIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.”
— John 1:1
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Philippians 3:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Philippians chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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If it is burned up, he will suffer loss; he himself will be saved, but only as one escaping through the flames.
Hebrews 6:6if they fall away, to be brought back to repentance, because to their loss they are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting him to public disgrace.
Isaiah 47:8“Now then, listen, you wanton creature, lounging in your security and saying to yourself, ‘I am, and there is none besides me. I will never be a widow or suffer the loss of children.’
Isaiah 47:9Both of these will overtake you in a moment, on a single day: loss of children and widowhood. They will come upon you in full measure, in spite of your many sorceries and all your potent spells.
Jeremiah 22:10Do not weep for the dead king or mourn his loss; rather, weep bitterly for him who is exiled, because he will never return nor see his native land again.
John 11:19and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their brother.
John 13:22His disciples stared at one another, at a loss to know which of them he meant.
Philippians 3:7But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ.
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Heavenly Father, thank You for the truth revealed in Philippians 3:8. Open my heart to receive Your Word and transform my life. Help me apply this Scripture faithfully and share its hope with others. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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What does Philippians 3:8 mean?
"What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for who..." — Philippians 3:8 reveals truths about God's character and His purposes. This passage has been a source of comfort, guidance, and inspiration for believers across generations. The original biblical context enriches our understanding of how this verse applies today.
What is the context of Philippians 3:8?
Philippians 3:8 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians. This verse comes from chapter 3, which can be read in full at the Philippians chapter 3 page. Understanding the surrounding passages helps illuminate the deeper meaning of this verse.
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