Philippians 1:29

Updated: June 3, 2025
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Because it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in him, but also to suffer on his behalf,
World English Bible (WEB)
For{G3754} unto you{G5213} it is given{G5483}{(G5681)} in the behalf{G5228} of Christ{G5547}, not{G3756} only{G3440} to believe{G4100}{(G5721)} on{G1519} him{G846}, but{G235} also{G2532} to suffer{G3958}{(G5721)} for{G5228} his sake{G846}{G5228};
KJV with Strongs
(29) For to you it's been given for Mashiach, not only to believe in Him but rather also to suffer for Him.
The F.O.G
[29] For you've been given the privilege not only of trusting in the Messiah, but also of suffering for Him—like soldiers honored to serve their king regardless of the cost.
The F.O.G Paraphrase
because to you it was granted, on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in him, but also on behalf of him to suffer;
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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