Philippians 2:22

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

But you know Timothy’s proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.

American Standard Version (1901)

But ye know the proof of him, that, as a child serveth a father, so he served with me in furtherance of the gospel.

Bible in Basic English

But his quality is clear to you; how, as a child is to its father, so he was a help to me in the work of the good news.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Now know ye the proof of him, that as a son with the father, so hath he served with me in the gospel.

Free Bible Version

But you already know what he's like—just as a child working to help his father, so he's worked with me to spread the good news.

Geneva Bible 1599

But yee knowe the proofe of him, that as a sonne with the father, hee hath serued with me in the Gospel.

King James (Authorized) Version

But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.

Plain English Version

But you know Timothy. Everyone can see that he is a good man. He works with me just like a son works with his father. Together we tell people the good news about Jesus.

Translation for Translators

But you know that Timothy has proved that he serves the Lord and others faithfully. You know that he has served the Lord closely together with me in proclaiming to people the message about Christ as though he were [SIM] my son and I were his own father.

Unlocked Literal Bible

But you know his worth, because as a child serves his father, so he served with me in the gospel.

Noah Webster Bible

But ye know the proof of him, that as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.

World English Bible

But you know that he has proved himself. As a child serves a father, so he served with me in furtherance of the Good News.

Young's Literal Translation

and the proof of him ye know, that as a child [serveth] a father, with me he did serve in regard to the good news;

Context

Timothy and Epaphroditus

²¹For all the others look after their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.²²But you know Timothy’s proven worth, that as a child with his father he has served with me to advance the gospel.²³So I hope to send him as soon as I see what happens with me.

Sermons

The Bliss of the Glorified

C.H. Spurgeon

In His Letter to the Philippians

T. Austin-Sparks

Summary

In Philippians 2:22, Paul commends Timothy as a faithful servant who has proven himself through his genuine care for the well-being of others. Timothy's dedication to serving alongside Paul in spreading the gospel reflects his selfless and Christ-centered character. This verse serves as an example for believers to emulate, showing the importance of humility, compassion, and commitment in Christian service. It highlights the value of having trustworthy and faithful companions in ministry, who prioritize the interests of Christ above their own. Ultimately, Philippians 2:22 encourages believers to follow Timothy's example of faithful service and genuine love for others.

Commentary

Adam Clarke
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill

Adam Clarke Bible Commentary

Ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me - The Philippians had full proof of the affectionate attachment of Timothy to Paul, for he had labored with him there, as we learn from Act 16:1-3; Act 17:14; and we find from what is said here that Timothy was not a servant to the apostle, but that he had served with him. They both labored together in the word and doctrine; for apostles and Christian bishops, in those times, labored as hard as their deacons. There were no sinecures; every one was a laborer, every laborer had his work, and every workman had his wages.