Philippians 3:20 web — For our citizenship is in heaven, from where we also wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;

World English Bible

"For our citizenship is in heaven, from where we also wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;"

— Philippians 3:20, World English Bible

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Philippians 3 — Context

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Brothers, be imitators together of me, and note those who walk this way, even as you have us for an example.

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For many walk, of whom I told you often, and now tell you even weeping, as the enemies of the cross of Christ,

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whose end is destruction, whose god is the belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who think about earthly things.

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For our citizenship is in heaven, from where we also wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;

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who will change the body of our humiliation to be conformed to the body of his glory, according to the working by which he is able even to subject all things to himself.

Philippians 3:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 3:20 say?
Philippians 3:20 in the World English Bible reads: “For our citizenship is in heaven, from where we also wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;”
Where is Philippians 3:20 in the Bible?
Philippians 3:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 3, verse 20.
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 3:20.
What translation should I read Philippians 3:20 in?
Philippians 3:20 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 3:20?
Philippians 3:20 reads (WEB): “For our citizenship is in heaven, from where we also wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ;” 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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