All The Difference

Paul relates the ultimate primer on handling worry. It should be no part of our lives whatsoever because: We can pray about everything. We ask in an environment of thanksgiving. God's peace guards the eternal aspects of us because we are sealed in Jesus. We can focus on what is truly positive. We can learn from our forebears in Christ, knowing God is with us as well.

Paul relates the ultimate primer on handling worry. It should be no part of our lives whatsoever because: We can pray about everything. We ask in an environment of thanksgiving. God's peace guards the eternal aspects of us because we are sealed in Jesus. We can focus on what is truly positive. We can learn from our forebears in Christ, knowing God is with us as well.

Paul brings all four of the major themes to pointed application. Joy and unity are interconnected, depending upon minds that are set on Christ. Because the Lord is near, God's people can think rightly – valuing gracious unity and rejoicing always.

Paul brings all four of the major themes to pointed application. Joy and unity are interconnected, depending upon minds that are set on Christ. Because the Lord is near, God's people can think rightly – valuing gracious unity and rejoicing always.

Paul spends time on glorification. He discusses more than just the future (as in Corinthians' bema passages), exposing how knowledge of glory should change our lives here and now. Thinking on that, he calls for accountability and for choosing guides according to this insightful, simple breakdown: Lost leader – live like enemies of the cross; end is destruction; concerned with personal appetites; glory in shamefulness; materialist Wise leader – eager for Jesus; end is transformation; concerned with others; glory in becoming like Jesus; focused on heaven

Paul spends time on glorification. He discusses more than just the future (as in Corinthians' bema passages), exposing how knowledge of glory should change our lives here and now. Thinking on that, he calls for accountability and for choosing guides according to this insightful, simple breakdown: Lost leader – live like enemies of the cross; end is destruction; concerned with personal appetites; glory in shamefulness; materialist Wise leader – eager for Jesus; end is transformation; concerned with others; glory in becoming like Jesus; focused on heaven

Paul continues his masterful combination of skillful writing and interpersonal care. He prepares Christians for the inevitable challenges that come in church life, especially describing false teachers and false righteousness. By heeding God's words, the believer in Jesus can rejoice always, even when under spiritual assault.

Paul continues his masterful combination of skillful writing and interpersonal care. He prepares Christians for the inevitable challenges that come in church life, especially describing false teachers and false righteousness. By heeding God's words, the believer in Jesus can rejoice always, even when under spiritual assault.

Paul holds up Jesus for emulation, specifically calling Jesus' followers to live differently. In summary, the best living is to trust Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection; imitate Jesus by building on that salvation; do so by God power for His good purpose and praise.

Paul holds up Jesus for emulation, specifically calling Jesus' followers to live differently. In summary, the best living is to trust Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection; imitate Jesus by building on that salvation; do so by God power for His good purpose and praise.

Every Pauline epistle has a context, addressing problems of specific time and place while applying the truth to all times and places. The struggles in Philippi appear to be the run-of-the-mill type that plague every organization this side of heaven. So, it is interesting that one of the most beautiful calls to unity comes in this letter. Obviously, it is not only troubled churches that need reminded that our rich blessings are intended to bless others.

Every Pauline epistle has a context, addressing problems of specific time and place while applying the truth to all times and places. The struggles in Philippi appear to be the run-of-the-mill type that plague every organization this side of heaven. So, it is interesting that one of the most beautiful calls to unity comes in this letter. Obviously, it is not only troubled churches that need reminded that our rich blessings are intended to bless others.

Paul cleverly shows how all three Persons of the Godhead are at work in causing evil to work for good. Jesus spreads His gospel through His people, the Spirit provides deliverance, and the Father God has it all in hand, so enemies are ultimately confounded. Therefore, the Christian can rejoice always; knowing living is Christ and dying is gain. Further, by God's empowerment, the believer can live in a manner worthy of the grace of God.

Paul cleverly shows how all three Persons of the Godhead are at work in causing evil to work for good. Jesus spreads His gospel through His people, the Spirit provides deliverance, and the Father God has it all in hand, so enemies are ultimately confounded. Therefore, the Christian can rejoice always; knowing living is Christ and dying is gain. Further, by God's empowerment, the believer can live in a manner worthy of the grace of God.

Paul exposes the committed affection shared between the brethren. This love is so powerful that it naturally overflows into prayers. This becomes a model for us regarding both how to partner with our brethren and how to pray for each other.

Paul exposes the committed affection shared between the brethren. This love is so powerful that it naturally overflows into prayers. This becomes a model for us regarding both how to partner with our brethren and how to pray for each other.

Paul varies his standard introduction, doing so in a marked manner meant to attract attention. While all the words are important, introducing place and personages, four terms stand out: slaves, saints, overseers, and deacons. Looking into those, we begin to understand the nature of the letter and its purpose – living joyfully together in Jesus.

Paul varies his standard introduction, doing so in a marked manner meant to attract attention. While all the words are important, introducing place and personages, four terms stand out: slaves, saints, overseers, and deacons. Looking into those, we begin to understand the nature of the letter and its purpose – living joyfully together in Jesus.