8 For God is my record, how greatly I long after you all in the bowels of Jesus Christ.
8 God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.
8 For God is my witness, how I yearn for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus.
8 He knows how much I love and miss you these days. Sometimes I think I feel as strongly about you as Christ does!
8 For God is my witness, how greatly I long for you all with the affection of Jesus Christ.
8 God knows how much I love you and long for you with the tender compassion of Christ Jesus.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Philippians 1:8
Commentary on Philippians 1:8-11
(Read Philippians 1:8-11)
Shall not we pity and love those souls whom Christ loves and pities? Those who abound in any grace, need to abound more. Try things which differ; that we may approve the things which are excellent. The truths and laws of Christ are excellent; and they recommend themselves as such to any attentive mind. Sincerity is that in which we should have our conversation in the world, and it is the glory of all our graces. Christians should not be apt to take offence, and should be very careful not to offend God or the brethren. The things which most honour God will most benefit us. Let us not leave it doubtful whether any good fruit is found in us or not. A small measure of Christian love, knowledge, and fruitfulness should not satisfy any.