Advent · The Fourth Sunday in Advent
Philippians 4:4-7
Exhortations
December 21, 2025
Overview & Insights
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4)
Fresh Plea for Unity Two members of the church are begged by name to reach a common mind as fellow Christians, and another of Paul’s co-workers is urged to help them in this regard.
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Commentary
Commentary on Philippians 4:4-7 (Working Preacher) Working Preacher
Luther Seminary on 'Rejoice in the Lord always,' the exact RCL Advent 3C reading.
Philippians 4:4-7 Commentary (Center for Excellence in Preaching) Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed preaching commentary on the nearness of the Lord and freedom from anxiety.
Philippians 4 (Enduring Word Bible Commentary) Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's notes on rejoicing, prayer, and the peace of God.
Philippians 4:1-5 Commentary (Precept Austin) Precept Austin
In-depth word study covering the rejoice-and-do-not-be-anxious passage.
Philippians 4:4 Commentaries BibleHub
Classic parallel commentaries on 'Rejoice in the Lord always.'
Background & Word Study
Philippians 4:4 Interlinear BibleHub
Greek text with Strong's numbers for rejoice, gentleness, and peace.
Book of Philippians Overview BibleProject
Animated overview of Paul's letter of joy written from prison.
Philippians (Enter the Bible) Enter the Bible
Luther Seminary background on the letter's setting and themes.
The Church Fathers
Questions preachers ask
What is the peace that guards the heart?
Paul tells the Philippians to pray rather than worry, and “the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus” (4:6–7). He ends with a call to fill the mind with what is true and lovely.
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