Philippians 2:20
“For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Paul commends Timothy as uniquely like-minded, genuinely caring for the Philippians' welfare.
What Does Philippians 2:20 Mean?
Paul explains why he is sending Timothy in particular. He has no one else so likeminded, no other companion who will so naturally and genuinely care for the Philippians' state.
High praise indeed. Timothy shares Paul's heart so fully that his concern for the Philippians is instinctive, springing from real love rather than duty. The word translated naturally suggests a care that is genuine and from the soul, not put on. In a world where, as Paul will say next, many seek their own interests, Timothy stands out as one who truly cares for others. Such people are rare and precious, and Paul knows it. He sends not merely a messenger but a kindred spirit, one whose love for the church mirrors his own, a living example of the selfless mind he has been commending throughout.