Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible
Philippians 4 - Introduction
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Conclusion of the Epistle (Philippians 4:1).
FINAL EXHORTATION —
(a)
To unity, with especial mention of Euodia, Syntyche, and others (Philippians 4:1).
(b)
To joy, confident in the power of prayer, and resting in the peace of God (Philippians 4:4).
(c)
To conformity with all that is good after the apostolic model (Philippians 4:8).
THANKS FOR THE PHILIPPIAN OFFERINGS.
(a)
Declaration that he could not claim them of necessity (Philippians 4:10).
(b)
Grateful remembrance of their former liberality (Philippians 4:14).
(c)
Blessing on their present sacrifice offered through him to God (Philippians 4:18).
GREETING AND BLESSING (Philippians 4:21).]