Philippians 1:11
Verse
Context
Sermons
David Wilkerson
Denny Kenaston
Jack Hyles
Major Ian ThomasMajor Ian ThomasDavid WilkersonSummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Being filled with the fruits of righteousness - By righteousness we may understand, here, the whole work of the Spirit of God, in the soul of a believer; and by the fruits of righteousness, all holy tempers, holy words, and right actions. And with these they are to be filled, πεπληρωμενοι, filled up, filled full; the whole soul and life occupied with them, ever doing something by which glory is brought to God, or good done to man. By Jesus Christ - That is, according to his doctrine, through the power of his grace, and by the agency of his Spirit. Unto the glory and praise of God - God being honored when the work of his grace thus appears to men in the fruits of righteousness; and God is praised by all the faithful when his work thus appears. Every genuine follower of God has his glory in view by all that he does, says, or intends. He loves to glorify God, and he glorifies him by showing forth in his conversion the glorious working of the glorious power of the Lord.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The oldest manuscripts read the singular, "fruit." So Gal 5:22 (see on Gal 5:22); regarding the works of righteousness, however manifold, as one harmonious whole, "the fruit of the Spirit" (Eph 5:9) Jam 3:18, "the fruit of righteousness" (Heb 12:11); Rom 6:22, "fruit unto holiness." which are--"which is by (Greek, 'through') Jesus Christ." Through His sending to us the Spirit from the Father. "We are wild and useless olive trees till we are grafted into Christ, who, by His living root, makes us fruit-bearing branches" [CALVIN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Being filled with the fruits of righteousness,.... Good works. Some think alms deeds, or acts of liberality and bounty, are here particularly intended; and that respect is had to the generosity of these Philippians to the apostle, and others: and true it is, that these are sometimes so called, as in Co2 9:10, but rather good works in general are meant, which are called "fruits", because, like fruits, they spring from a seed, even from the incorruptible seed of grace in the heart, implanted there in regeneration; and because they are owing, as the fruits of the earth are, to divine bounty and goodness, to the dews of grace, the rising and bright shining of the sun of righteousness, and to the south gale of the blessed Spirit, when brought forth aright; and also because they are pleasant and delightful, they are well pleasing to Christ, and are acceptable to God through Christ; and likewise, because they are profitable, not to God, but to men: and they are styled fruits of "righteousness", either of imputed righteousness, the righteousness of Christ imputed without works, the effects of which are good works; for nothing more strongly influences and engages men to the performance of good works, than a view of their free justification by the righteousness of Christ; hence there can be no justification by works, since these are the fruits and effects of justification, and not the cause: or of righteousness and holiness implanted in the soul by the Spirit of God, the new man, which is created unto good works, and in or unto righteousness and true holiness; and which naturally tends thereunto, and which stimulates and qualifies men for the performance of the same: or good works are so called, because they are performed by a righteous man; for as none but a good tree can bring forth good fruit, so none but a tree of righteousness can bear fruits of righteousness; or none but a righteous man do works of righteousness, which are truly such: or because they are such as are done according to the righteous law of God; for this is a necessary requisite of a good work, that it be according to the command and will of God; for otherwise, let it have never such a show of religion and goodness, it is no good work. The Alexandrian copy, the Vulgate Latin, and Ethiopic versions, read, "fruit", in the singular number, but other copies and versions, read, "fruits"; and the apostle wishes, that these saints might be "filled" with them; that is, that they might be like trees laden with fruit, which have fruit on every branch, bough, and twig; that they might abound in the performance of them, be ready to, and fruitful in every good work; not doing a few of one sort only, but performing continually all manner of good works; and so be like fruitful trees that yield their fruit in their season, and do not cease from so doing, but still bring forth fruit, and that in large quantities: which are by Jesus Christ; who is the green fir tree, from whom all fruit, as of grace, so of good works, is found; for all good works, which are truly and properly so, spring from union to Christ, and are owing to his grace: souls are married to Christ, that they may bring forth fruit unto God; they are created in him unto good works, and are ingrafted in him the true vine; and through abiding in him, and deriving life, grace, and strength from him, bear fruit, which otherwise they could not do: without Christ no good work can be performed; it is through him, strengthening his people, they do all they do; for they are insufficient to do anything of themselves, but his grace is sufficient for them, and his strength is made perfect in their weakness. He is the exemplar and pattern, according to which they do their good works; and they are motives drawn and taken from him, from his love, from the doctrines of grace relating to him, which are the most powerful, and do most strongly work upon the saints to perform these things; and which, under his grace, and the influence of it, are directed unto the glory and praise of God: they are done by believers in Christ, not in order to obtain eternal life and happiness for themselves, which they know is the gift of God, and entirely owing to his free grace and abundant mercy; nor to gain honour and applause from men, but to glorify God; who is glorified when his people bring forth much fruit, and which also is the occasion of others glorifying him likewise: and this end is necessary to a good work, that it be done to the glory of God; for if anything else is in view and not that, let it have ever such an appearance of a good work, it is none at all: and indeed, here we have all the requisites of a good work; as that it should be done according to the righteous law and will of God; that it springs from a principle of grace and holiness; that it be performed in the name, grace, and strength of Christ, and with a view to the honour and glory of God. The Ethiopic version reads, "in" or "to his Christ's glory, and the praise of God"; and the Arabic version thus, "to the glory of God and his praise"; and so the design of the clause is to show, either that both the glory of Christ and the praise of God are concerned in every truly good work; or that the glory of God secretly, and his praise openly, are to be sought therein; even all honour and glory, an abundance of it, and that continually; ascribing nothing to ourselves, but attributing all to him, acknowledging, when we have done all we can, we are but unprofitable servants.
Philippians 1:11
Thanksgiving and Prayer
10so that you may be able to test and prove what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ,11filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
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Bearing Fruit
By David Wilkerson5.6K51:34Bearing FruitMAT 6:33JHN 15:1JHN 15:6JHN 15:10PHP 1:11COL 1:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of maintaining communion with the Lord in order to glorify Him and bear fruit. He warns against filling our minds with worldly things, such as watching inappropriate movies, as it can dull our spiritual sensitivity and lead us astray. The preacher also highlights the significance of pleasing God through bearing fruit and ministering to Him. He shares a personal experience of witnessing a disturbing and demonic performance at a gathering, which prompted him to seek the Lord's guidance and run away from the evil.
(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 12. Sanctification, Surrender, and Sanctification
By Denny Kenaston2.6K1:08:12SanctificationMAT 6:33PHP 1:11In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of studying the word of God. He encourages the audience to dedicate three hours every evening to study and to constantly seek a deeper understanding of the scriptures. The speaker also emphasizes the need to prioritize studying over distractions such as texting, phone calls, and games. He uses a diagram to illustrate the transformation that occurs within a person when they believe in Jesus Christ, highlighting the concepts of justification, redemption, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Overall, the sermon emphasizes the blessings and fruits that come from diligently studying and applying the word of God in one's life.
Filled With All the Fullness of God
By Jack Hyles1.3K36:39ACT 9:17EPH 5:18PHP 1:11In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the brevity of life and the importance of living for others. They emphasize the need to be faithful, pure, and to let others see Jesus in our lives. The speaker shares a personal experience of seeking to be filled with good works and knowledge of God's Word. They also mention a conversation with a woman who escaped from Cuba and witnessed the violence and oppression under Castro's regime. The sermon concludes with a prayer for the nation and a plea for Christians to be filled with the fullness of God.
Lookout mtn.conference 1973-06 Philippians
By Stan Ford38849:06LUK 10:38JHN 19:25PHP 1:11PHP 3:2PHP 3:4PHP 3:10PHP 3:13In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the Christian pathway and the enemies that believers have to contend with. He then talks about living by the spirit and how he has learned to do so. The speaker also shares his personal testimony of coming to know Jesus Christ and the transformation that took place in his life. He emphasizes the importance of knowing and understanding our enemies, who have an unclean character, ungoblin conduct, and an unscriptural creed. The sermon concludes with a reminder of the hope and expectation believers have in heaven and the transformation that will occur in their bodies.
Dirt In, Life Out, Light Off
By Major Ian Thomas121:11:35RedemptionSpiritual LifePRO 20:27ISA 64:6MRK 7:20JHN 14:6ROM 3:232CO 5:21EPH 4:17PHP 1:11COL 1:27TIT 3:5Major Ian Thomas emphasizes that the Christian life is not merely a religion but a relationship with Jesus Christ, who is both the way to God and the life that sustains believers. He explains that while becoming a Christian is a momentary crisis of faith, being a Christian is an ongoing process of growth and transformation through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. Thomas illustrates this with the analogy of a lamp, which requires both cleansing (dirt out) and power (life in) to function properly, symbolizing the need for redemption and regeneration in the believer's life. He stresses that Jesus came to restore humanity to its intended function by reintroducing life to those who are spiritually dead. Ultimately, the sermon calls for believers to recognize their need for both the redemptive work of Christ and the ongoing presence of His life within them.
The Scarlet Thread of Redemption
By Major Ian Thomas1040:18Dependence on ChristRedemptionLEV 17:11JHN 1:4ROM 5:10ROM 11:361CO 5:72CO 5:14GAL 2:20PHP 1:11COL 1:27HEB 9:22Major Ian Thomas emphasizes the concept of redemption through the metaphor of a lamp, illustrating that while we are created with a body and soul, we cannot produce righteousness on our own. He explains that true functionality comes from receiving the life of Christ within us, which enables us to shine with His light. Thomas highlights the importance of both the death and life of Christ, stating that while His death reconciles us, it is His life that saves us and empowers us to live righteously. He warns against the danger of being a 'carnal Christian,' relying on our own efforts rather than allowing Christ to live through us. Ultimately, the sermon underscores the necessity of repentance and dependence on Christ for true sanctification and functionality in our Christian walk.
Christlike at Heart
By David Wilkerson1Spiritual GrowthChristlikenessMAT 5:16JHN 15:16ROM 8:291CO 6:192CO 3:18GAL 5:22EPH 4:15PHP 1:11COL 3:102PE 1:5David Wilkerson emphasizes that our core purpose in life is to bear fruit by reflecting the likeness of Christ, which goes beyond merely winning souls to Christ. He explains that true fulfillment of God's purpose is not measured by our achievements but by our transformation into Christ's image. Wilkerson warns against being distracted by outward appearances, like the grandeur of the temple, and encourages believers to focus on their spiritual growth as the true temple of the Holy Spirit. Ultimately, our activities and relationships should flow from this central purpose of becoming more Christlike at heart.
Pilgrim Portions - Part 3
By John Nelson Darby0Eternal PerspectiveLaboring for ChristPRO 3:26ISA 63:9MAT 28:18JHN 14:3JHN 14:23PHP 1:11HEB 4:161PE 2:111JN 1:5REV 1:5John Nelson Darby emphasizes the transient nature of earthly pursuits compared to the eternal significance of serving Christ. He reflects on the futility of worldly achievements and the joy that comes from laboring for the Lord, urging believers to focus on the unseen and eternal. Darby encourages Christians to find comfort in their trials, knowing that their work for God is never in vain and that true fulfillment comes from a relationship with Christ. He highlights the importance of faith, obedience, and the assurance of God's love and provision in times of need. Ultimately, he calls for a life devoted to Christ, with the hope of eternal glory in His presence.
Let God Be God!
By Miles J. Stanford0PSA 29:2EPH 3:21PHP 1:11COL 3:17HEB 13:15Miles J. Stanford emphasizes the importance of having a vertical relationship with God, focusing on offering continual praise as a sacrifice to God. He delves into the concept of grace, highlighting that it is not solely based on man's needs but is ultimately for God's glory. Stanford explains that true devotedness is found when one rests in the Lord Jesus and makes Him the object of their heart, leading to joy and strength. He warns against letting the gifts of grace overshadow the Giver, stressing the need to always give glory to the Father and see things from His perspective.
Super-Aboundings of Grace Over the Aboundings of Sin
By J.C. Philpot0PSA 103:2ISA 26:13ISA 32:1ROM 3:26ROM 5:20ROM 6:141CO 15:51PHP 1:111TH 4:14J.C. Philpot preaches about the triumph of grace over sin, highlighting how grace super-abounds over the flood of sin, reigns as a benevolent sovereign, and dispenses eternal life through righteousness by Jesus Christ our Lord. He emphasizes the need for grace to subdue sin, reign in the heart, and lead to eternal life, abolishing temporal, spiritual, and eternal death. Philpot underscores the harmony of grace with God's righteousness, its administration by Christ, and its fruitfulness in producing righteousness for the glory of God.
Of Good Works in General.
By John Gill0Good WorksFaith and SalvationMAT 7:12ROM 3:201CO 10:31EPH 2:8PHP 1:112TI 1:9TIT 3:14HEB 13:16JAS 2:18John Gill emphasizes the multifaceted nature of good works, categorizing them into natural, civil, relative, and charitable actions. He explains that true good works must align with God's will, stem from love, be done in faith, and aim for God's glory. Gill also highlights that while good works are essential, they do not merit salvation, which is solely through grace. He stresses that only those transformed by Christ can perform good works, and these actions serve to glorify God and benefit others. Ultimately, good works are the fruit of faith and a reflection of one's relationship with God.
Sitting at the Table With King Jesus
By Thomas Brooks0Spiritual GrowthFellowship with ChristSNG 1:12MAL 4:2MAT 5:16JHN 15:52CO 2:15GAL 5:22EPH 2:6PHP 1:11COL 1:101PE 2:9Thomas Brooks emphasizes the profound impact of being in the presence of King Jesus, illustrating that His companionship enhances our spiritual graces, likened to a perfume that spreads its fragrance. He explains that when we sit at the table with Christ, we experience deep friendship and fellowship, which invigorates our faith and other virtues. Just as sunlight causes flowers to bloom, the presence of Christ brings our graces to life, allowing them to flourish and be fully realized.
Confiding Trust and Patient Submission
By J.C. Philpot0DEU 24:20JOB 16:8PSA 139:23ISA 6:5ISA 17:6ISA 24:16JER 15:10EZK 1:10MIC 7:8MRK 9:24PHP 1:11J.C. Philpot preaches about the journey of a believer through afflictions, temptations, and darkness, highlighting the need for patient submission to God's righteous dealings. The sermon focuses on the believer's assurance in God's advocacy, leading to a firm trust in the Lord's deliverance and the eventual manifestation of His righteousness. Philpot emphasizes the importance of bearing the Lord's indignation due to sin, trusting in God's faithful and righteous character, and looking forward to the light of His countenance and the revelation of Christ's righteousness.
The Trees of Righteousness Blossoming and Bringing Forth Fruit
By Thomas Watson0PSA 1:3ISA 61:3JER 17:8JHN 15:1JHN 15:4GAL 5:22PHP 1:11COL 1:10REV 14:13Thomas Watson preaches about the importance of Christians endeavoring after fruitfulness, emphasizing the need to bring forth the fruits of righteousness to glorify God. He explains that Christians are like trees of righteousness, called to bear inward, outward, kindly, and seasonable fruit. Watson highlights the significance of bringing forth proper and genuine fruit in our relationships and the danger of unfruitfulness, evil fruit, or bringing forth good fruit for selfish reasons. He urges Christians to be fruitful, as fruitfulness adorns, pleases God, and is a distinguishing characteristic of a true Christian.
Abiding Fruit
By Andrew Murray0Abiding in ChristFruitfulness in MinistryMAT 7:17JHN 15:5JHN 15:16ROM 7:41CO 2:4GAL 5:22EPH 2:10PHP 1:11COL 1:102PE 1:8Andrew Murray emphasizes the significance of abiding in Christ to produce lasting fruit in our Christian lives. He contrasts temporary, superficial fruit with the enduring impact of work empowered by the Holy Spirit, which leaves a mark for eternity. Murray encourages believers to recognize their divine appointment to bear fruit that abides, highlighting that true fruitfulness stems from a deep, unbroken fellowship with Christ. He calls on Christians to reflect on their influence and to rely on God's power rather than their own efforts. Ultimately, Murray reassures that as we abide in Him, we will fulfill our purpose and bear much fruit for His glory.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Being filled with the fruits of righteousness - By righteousness we may understand, here, the whole work of the Spirit of God, in the soul of a believer; and by the fruits of righteousness, all holy tempers, holy words, and right actions. And with these they are to be filled, πεπληρωμενοι, filled up, filled full; the whole soul and life occupied with them, ever doing something by which glory is brought to God, or good done to man. By Jesus Christ - That is, according to his doctrine, through the power of his grace, and by the agency of his Spirit. Unto the glory and praise of God - God being honored when the work of his grace thus appears to men in the fruits of righteousness; and God is praised by all the faithful when his work thus appears. Every genuine follower of God has his glory in view by all that he does, says, or intends. He loves to glorify God, and he glorifies him by showing forth in his conversion the glorious working of the glorious power of the Lord.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The oldest manuscripts read the singular, "fruit." So Gal 5:22 (see on Gal 5:22); regarding the works of righteousness, however manifold, as one harmonious whole, "the fruit of the Spirit" (Eph 5:9) Jam 3:18, "the fruit of righteousness" (Heb 12:11); Rom 6:22, "fruit unto holiness." which are--"which is by (Greek, 'through') Jesus Christ." Through His sending to us the Spirit from the Father. "We are wild and useless olive trees till we are grafted into Christ, who, by His living root, makes us fruit-bearing branches" [CALVIN].
John Gill Bible Commentary
Being filled with the fruits of righteousness,.... Good works. Some think alms deeds, or acts of liberality and bounty, are here particularly intended; and that respect is had to the generosity of these Philippians to the apostle, and others: and true it is, that these are sometimes so called, as in Co2 9:10, but rather good works in general are meant, which are called "fruits", because, like fruits, they spring from a seed, even from the incorruptible seed of grace in the heart, implanted there in regeneration; and because they are owing, as the fruits of the earth are, to divine bounty and goodness, to the dews of grace, the rising and bright shining of the sun of righteousness, and to the south gale of the blessed Spirit, when brought forth aright; and also because they are pleasant and delightful, they are well pleasing to Christ, and are acceptable to God through Christ; and likewise, because they are profitable, not to God, but to men: and they are styled fruits of "righteousness", either of imputed righteousness, the righteousness of Christ imputed without works, the effects of which are good works; for nothing more strongly influences and engages men to the performance of good works, than a view of their free justification by the righteousness of Christ; hence there can be no justification by works, since these are the fruits and effects of justification, and not the cause: or of righteousness and holiness implanted in the soul by the Spirit of God, the new man, which is created unto good works, and in or unto righteousness and true holiness; and which naturally tends thereunto, and which stimulates and qualifies men for the performance of the same: or good works are so called, because they are performed by a righteous man; for as none but a good tree can bring forth good fruit, so none but a tree of righteousness can bear fruits of righteousness; or none but a righteous man do works of righteousness, which are truly such: or because they are such as are done according to the righteous law of God; for this is a necessary requisite of a good work, that it be according to the command and will of God; for otherwise, let it have never such a show of religion and goodness, it is no good work. The Alexandrian copy, the Vulgate Latin, and Ethiopic versions, read, "fruit", in the singular number, but other copies and versions, read, "fruits"; and the apostle wishes, that these saints might be "filled" with them; that is, that they might be like trees laden with fruit, which have fruit on every branch, bough, and twig; that they might abound in the performance of them, be ready to, and fruitful in every good work; not doing a few of one sort only, but performing continually all manner of good works; and so be like fruitful trees that yield their fruit in their season, and do not cease from so doing, but still bring forth fruit, and that in large quantities: which are by Jesus Christ; who is the green fir tree, from whom all fruit, as of grace, so of good works, is found; for all good works, which are truly and properly so, spring from union to Christ, and are owing to his grace: souls are married to Christ, that they may bring forth fruit unto God; they are created in him unto good works, and are ingrafted in him the true vine; and through abiding in him, and deriving life, grace, and strength from him, bear fruit, which otherwise they could not do: without Christ no good work can be performed; it is through him, strengthening his people, they do all they do; for they are insufficient to do anything of themselves, but his grace is sufficient for them, and his strength is made perfect in their weakness. He is the exemplar and pattern, according to which they do their good works; and they are motives drawn and taken from him, from his love, from the doctrines of grace relating to him, which are the most powerful, and do most strongly work upon the saints to perform these things; and which, under his grace, and the influence of it, are directed unto the glory and praise of God: they are done by believers in Christ, not in order to obtain eternal life and happiness for themselves, which they know is the gift of God, and entirely owing to his free grace and abundant mercy; nor to gain honour and applause from men, but to glorify God; who is glorified when his people bring forth much fruit, and which also is the occasion of others glorifying him likewise: and this end is necessary to a good work, that it be done to the glory of God; for if anything else is in view and not that, let it have ever such an appearance of a good work, it is none at all: and indeed, here we have all the requisites of a good work; as that it should be done according to the righteous law and will of God; that it springs from a principle of grace and holiness; that it be performed in the name, grace, and strength of Christ, and with a view to the honour and glory of God. The Ethiopic version reads, "in" or "to his Christ's glory, and the praise of God"; and the Arabic version thus, "to the glory of God and his praise"; and so the design of the clause is to show, either that both the glory of Christ and the praise of God are concerned in every truly good work; or that the glory of God secretly, and his praise openly, are to be sought therein; even all honour and glory, an abundance of it, and that continually; ascribing nothing to ourselves, but attributing all to him, acknowledging, when we have done all we can, we are but unprofitable servants.