Do you think of yourself as a saint? The book of Philippians starts with a greeting: “To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi” (Phil. 1:1). Saint is a term of love—the writer, Paul, is addressing believers, and calling them holy. As you read Philippians today, you are included in his greeting, and all the encouragement that follows.
In the letter to the Philippians, Paul writes of the all-surpassing joy of following Jesus—but he writes during a period of great trouble, imprisoned for his faith. The timely encouragement he offers recognizes that faith and joy come in the midst of trouble, not in spite of it. Like a caring older brother, Paul points to examples of faithfulness, care, and prayer.
This month-long Bible study will take you through the book of Philippians, and Paul’s encouragement to find joy in Christ. Count yourself among the saints, and learn from Paul’s example of faithfulness.
Read: Philippians 1:12-18; 4:21-22 All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar’s household. (4:22) Yesterday we discovered the gospel penetrating the hardcore imperial guard of Rome. But that was
Read: Philippians 1:14-18; Acts 28:11-31 And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. (v. 14)
Read: Philippians 1:15-18; 1 Corinthians 1:10-13 Some indeed preach Christ from and envy and rivalry . . . thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment. (vv. 15, 17) It is a sad day
Read: Philippians 1:18-21 I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance. (vv. 18-19)
Read: Philippians 1:19-26 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. . . . My desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better.
Read: Philippians 1:27-30 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ. (v. 27) The woman wrote in her letter: “You know, Pastor, I have been a
Read: Philippians 2:1-4 Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. (v. 2) I don’t know a pastor
Read: Ephesians 4:1-6 Complete my joy by being . . . in full accord and of one mind. (Phil. 2:2) Words like these might prompt you to think, “Must all Christians in
Read: 1 Corinthians 13 Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love. (Phil. 2:2) I read somewhere that “committed love is the power to surrender
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