And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; — Philippians 1:9
Paul now shares the specific focus of his prayer.
He prays that their love would abound-that it would grow and overflow continually. But this love is not merely emotional affection. It is a love that is guided by knowledge and discernment.
Knowledge speaks of understanding God’s truth through experience. It is possible to understand Scripture intellectually without truly living it. Paul wanted their love to be shaped by the practical application of God’s Word in daily life.
Judgment refers to moral perception-the ability to discern right from wrong and good from best.
A mature Christian is not only loving but discerning. Love must be guided by truth, wisdom, and spiritual understanding.
Paul now shares the specific focus of his prayer.
He prays that their love would abound-that it would grow and overflow continually. But this love is not merely emotional affection. It is a love that is guided by knowledge and discernment.
Knowledge speaks of understanding God’s truth through experience. It is possible to understand Scripture intellectually without truly living it. Paul wanted their love to be shaped by the practical application of God’s Word in daily life.
Judgment refers to moral perception-the ability to discern right from wrong and good from best.
A mature Christian is not only loving but discerning. Love must be guided by truth, wisdom, and spiritual understanding.