Philippians

Humility. How do you know when you have it? Should you know when you have it? Probably not. But you can work toward humility and if you are a follower of Jesus the Bible teaches … No Greater Humility – Philippians 2:5-8Read more

Where selfish ambition dominates, unity will fail and the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ will suffer. But where God’s people put away selfishness, God’s church can experience unity and the message of the … Gospel Unity – Part 4 – Philippians 2:3-4Read more

What is unity? We hear a lot of talk in political circles of unity these days. We should all be unified we’re told. But what is unity? As believers in Jesus, the church needs to … Gospel Unity – Part 3 – Philippians 2:1-2Read more

Believers still need to be prepared to suffer for the cause of Christ. We haven’t had to face the severe kinds of suffering for the sake of Christ that many throughout history have faced or … Gospel Unity – Part 2 – Philippians 1:28-30Read more

What the world needs right now is for the church to stand firm in the truths of the Gospel no matter the challenges it will face. Believers are called to be unified as the Church, … Gospel Unity, Part 1 – Philippians 1:27Read more

How can looking to eternity as believers in Jesus affect how we choose to live our lives in the here and now? Believers can be earthly good while being heavenly-minded. Let’s consider how this is … Choosing Eternity – Philippians 1:22-26Read more

“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” These are Paul’s words. Can they be your words? With God’s help, they can be. Let’s consider this important attitude of reliance on … To Live Or Die – Philippians 1:21Read more

Of all people, believers in Jesus should live with the most confidence. Not confidence in themselves, but in God. Through the work of Jesus in their lives and in this world, they can live for … Christ Will Be Honored – Philippians 1:20Read more

A key to Paul’s perseverance and joy was that his confidence was found not in what he could do, but through faith in Jesus. He knew that God is sovereign, God is in control, and … Through Your Prayers and The Help of The Spirit – Philippians 1:19Read more

Is it possible to face opposition to your faith in Jesus and still have joy? What about when you are opposed by someone in another church? Is it possible then to have joy? Follow along … Only That Christ Is Proclaimed – Philippians 1:15-18Read more

What do you do when you face troubling times? How can you keep your joy then? Is there even a reason for joy in the midst of difficulties? The Bible tells us the answer is … This Served to Advance the Gospel – Philippians 1:12-14Read more

Have you ever thought about what you should pray for other believers? Have you ever thought carefully about what you should pray for your spouse, your children, your grandchildren, your siblings, your Pastor? Follow along … It Is My Prayer – Philippians 1:9-11Read more