Month: June 2015

Philippians 2:12-30 Theologians have often suggested this letter’s theme centers around joy. God’s grace empowers us to not only live life, but to live life well. How should we be glad and rejoice? vs. 12-18- Paul begins with an exhortation to ‘do everything without complaining and arguing’. Paul is clear that the Holy Spirit provides … Read More

Philippians 2:1-11 Finishing Well I have an attitude problem. So do you. Before you get offended, have you ever said to someone, “I don’t like your attitude”, or someone said that to you? Attitudes: ways of thinking or feeling that affect our behavior. Are they important? “Your attitude should be the kind that was shown … Read More

Philippians 1 Paul’s letter to the Philippians is sometimes described as a love letter. Even these first few verses make it abundantly clear why. Paul and the Philippians enjoy a tremendous bond of Christian friendship, where each party holds the other in affection, love, and support. For while it was traditional in the ancient world … Read More