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Philippians 2:29

Philippians 2:30 nasb — because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was deficient in your service…

NASB

"because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was deficient in your service to me."

— Philippians 2:30, NASB

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Philippians 2 — Context

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For indeed he was sick to the point of death, but God had mercy on him, and not on him only but also on me, so that I would not have sorrow upon sorrow.

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Therefore I have sent him all the more eagerly so that when you see him again you may rejoice and I may be less concerned about you.

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Receive him then in the Lord with all joy, and hold men like him in high regard;

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because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was deficient in your service to me.

Philippians 2:30 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 2:30 say?
Philippians 2:30 in the NASB reads: “because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was deficient in your service to me.”
Where is Philippians 2:30 in the Bible?
Philippians 2:30 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 2, verse 30.
Who wrote Philippians?
Philippians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Philippians about?
Written from prison, Philippians is the most joyful letter in the New Testament — a tender thank-you to a beloved church and a call to humble unity, modeled supremely by Christ who "emptied himself" and was exalted as Lord. Joy in any circumstance is its heartbeat.
What are the major themes of Philippians?
Philippians explores themes including Joy, Humility, Christ-likeness, Contentment, Citizenship in Heaven. These themes shape the meaning and context of Philippians 2:30.
What translation should I read Philippians 2:30 in?
Philippians 2:30 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Philippians 2:30?
Philippians 2:30 reads (NASB): “because he came close to death for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was deficient in your service to me.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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