Zanchi Defends the Traditional Reading of Philippians 4:13

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Zanchi defends the traditional reading of Philippians 4:13 ("I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."):

"Paul does not simply say in Him who strengthens but in Christ who strengthens within. Hence, he indicates that it is Christ, dwelling in the hearts of the pious by His Spirit and through faith, who supplies the internal strength in the inner man whereby we can do all things and be content with our lot in all circumstances. Otherwise, we cannot properly and suitably either make use of prosperity or endure to the end. Christ learned this perfectly, and for that reason, He Himself strengthens us and grants us this contentment."

-Commentary on Philippians, 638. Contrast some modern translations of Philippians 4:13: RSV: I can do all things in him who strengthens me. ESV: I can do all things through him who strengthens me. NIV: I can do all this through him who gives me strength. NASB: I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

See my BLQ article on the text of Philippians 4:13.