Philippians (Page 2)

07 Conduct Worthy of the Gospel

Philippians 1 v 27-30 Up to this point Paul has been telling the Philippians about his own situation in prison and what he was experiencing. Despite all the affliction, his attitude was one of joy and confidence in the Lord. With verse 27 Paul begins a series of practical exhortations concerning the Christian life. He…

05 how to Ascend through Adversity

Philippians 1 v 12-18 The letter’s structure:Greeting, Thanksgiving, Prayer, the Body, Moral exhortations, Greeting, Benediction. A missionary Support Letter from God’s Apostle to the Gentiles.Some wonderful lines of praise to God – especially in the second chapter.The letter ties in wonderfully with Habakkuk we are considering in the mornings. We see Paul’s joy despite circumstances.Adversity…

04 The Purpose and Heart of Prayer

Philippians 1 v 9-11 Christian prayer has at heart the praise and glory of God.Paul is concerned about four things regarding the spiritual well-being of the Philippians: That their love may abound and increase – growing more and more (2 Pet 1:5-8).Our love must grow in knowledge and all discernment. Love that is blind to…

03 Paul’s Thanksgiving for the Philippians

Philippians 1 v 5-11 Verses 3 to 8 is a window into Paul’s heart: Their partnership in the Gospel.We get a glimpse into his prayer life. He always prayed for those with whom he labored in the Gospel, e.g. Lydia (Acts 16:15).He remembers their partnership sweetly.In spite of imprisonment Paul could pray with joyful thanksgiving…

02 The Apostle Paul’s Single Minded Joy

Philippians 1 v 1-11 The Apostle Paul had joy in his adverse circumstances because he was single minded on the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.He saw his circumstances as God’s providence in exalting Christ. He was single minded concerning three things: Fellowship of the Gospel. Furtherance of the Gospel. Faith in the Gospel. He…