Parting Words From the Heart of a Shepherd (Philippians 4:21-23)

Paul's final and parting words to the Philippians are so helpful for us as Christians, as we strive, by God's Grace, to walk in a manner worthy of Christ.

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Heart of Contentment (Philippians 4:10-13)

How glorious that as Christians we can sincerely experience joy and contentment in the Christian life, that we might Exalt Christ, and be a source of blessing to our Christian brethren.

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Christlike Mind and Christlike Models (Philippians 4:8-9)

It's impossible for Christians to experience true peace, personally and communally, unless right thinking and healthy relationships are being cultivated, by God's grace and for His glory.

Walking Worthy of Christ: Living Peacefully (Philippians 4:4-7)

The Christian must, by God's Grace, be cultivating Christlike virtues that will lead to peaceful living in the home, in the church, and in the world.

Walking Worthy of Christ: Preserving Unity (Philippians 4:2-3)

In the light of our indestructible and unbreakable union in Christ, Christians are to do everything possible to preserve the unity that has been established by our precious King.

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Living in Light of Eternity (Philippians 3:17-4:1)

Christians who desire to stand firm in the Gospel must apply themselves to cultivating the mindset and lifestyle of those who belong to a Heavenly Kingdom.

Standing Firm in the Gospel: A Passionate Pursuit of Christ (Philippians 3:12-16)

Standing Firm in the Gospel consists not only in putting off our former manner of life, but also in pursuing Christ and Christlikeness with all of our being.

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Treasuring Christ Above All (Philippians 3:7-11)

In stark contrast to our dark former life, as Christians we now have immeasurable blessings because of our union with Christ. 

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Shunning Self-Reliance (Philippians 3:3-6)

Christians who stand firm in the Gospel shun self-reliance, and strive to locate their sufficiency in Christ alone, not only at their conversion, but also in their ongoing sanctification.

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Undeterred by Opposition (Philippians 3:1-2)

As Christians living in an evil world, we must always be on guard, striving to protect the Truth from those who seek to steal our joy and distort the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Privilege of Gospel Partnership: Comfort Amidst Suffering (Philippians 2:25-30)

As partners in the Gospel, God calls on us to be faithful agents of encouragement toward one another, as we joyfully give our lives in the service of His people.While our Gospel partnership comes with many necessary challenges, it should comfort us that we are not alone, especially when it comes to our trials and troubles. 

The Privilege of Gospel Partnership: Encouragement Amidst Service (Philippians 2:19-24))

As partners in the Gospel, God calls on us to be faithful agents of encouragement toward one another, as we joyfully give our lives in the service of His people.

The Privilege of Gospel Partnership: Joy Amidst Sacrifice (Philippians 2:17-18)

As partners in the Gospel, Christians now have the privilege of joyfully laying down their lives for others out of a sincere love for God and His people. 

Ingredients for Gospel Unity: Pursue Holiness! (Philippians 2:12-16)

Our diligent and relentless pursuit of personal holiness is beneficial for personal growth, and also inevitably leads to preserving the Gospel unity that Christ died to establish. 

Ingredients for Gospel Unity: Look at Christ! Part 2 (Philippians 2:9-11)

If we're going to preserve Gospel unity in the church, we should strive to daily contemplate not only Christ's humiliation at His Incarnation, but also His glorious exaltation to the right hand of the Father. 

Ingredients for Gospel Unity: Look at Christ! Part 1 (Philippians 2:5-8)

Our ongoing, heartfelt, gazing upon the glory Christ in His Incarnation, is a sure antidote against the deadly sin of pride, and what propels us to a life of greater humility and loving service toward others, following the supreme example of our Lord. 

Ingredients for Gospel Unity: Cultivate Selfless Humility (Philippians 2:1-4)

Our experience of God's lavish Grace humbles us as believers, so that we are able, then, to adopt a selfless and considerate approach in our inter-personal relationships, for God's Glory and the Good of our brethren. 

Kingdom Perspective: Gospel Progress in Walking Worthy (Philippians 1:27-30)

As citizens of a Heavenly Kingdom, we must walk worthy of the great calling with which we have been called, for the greater progress of the Gospel of our King.

Kingdom Perspective: Gospel Progress in Life and Death (Philippians 1:18b-26)

Christians with a Kingdom Perspective are sold out for Gospel Progress whether they live or die, longing to be with Christ, yet resolved to bear much fruit for Him while on this earth for Christ's Glory.

Kingdom Perspective: Gospel Progress in the Face of Trials (Philippians 1:12-18a)

When our eyes are fixed on God’s kingdom, our perspective of our trials, be they relational or circumstantial, will be that they lead to greater gospel progress.