Partnership in the Gospel

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Partnership in the Gospel

Philippians 1:5

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‎The Gk. word, koinonia, means “sharing” or “participation.” It is possible Paul refers to the wholehearted welcome he experienced there (Acts 16:15) and to the continuing prayer and financial support provided by this church (cf. Phil. 4:16; 2 Cor. 11:9).

Richards, Lawrence O. The Bible Reader’s Companion. electronic ed. Wheaton: Victor Books, 1991. Print.

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