Philippians 2:18

For the same cause also do ye joy and rejoice with me. He would not have them be sorrowful, should they hear of his death for the sake of the Gospel, and of his blood being poured out in such a cause,…

For the same cause - Because we are united, and what affects one of us should affect both. Do ye joy, and rejoice with me - That is, “do not grieve at my death. Be not overwhelmed with sorrow, but let…

For the same cause also do ye joy - Should I be thus offered, as I shall rejoice in it, do ye also rejoice that I am counted worthy of this high honor.

The apostle exhorts them in these verses to adorn their Christian profession by a suitable temper and behaviour, in several instances. 1. By a cheerful obedience to the commands of God (Phi 2:14): "Do…

For the samecause] Better, with R.V., In the same manner. The same phrase occurs Mat 27:44.

do ye joy&c. A loving imperative. He bids them be glad, and share their joy with him as he with them. It is…