The secret to being content in any and every situation (Please read Philippians 4: 8-23) This week, we’re wrapping up Paul’s letter to the Philippians. The book has also been called “Joy Book” partially because that church gave Paul so much joy. So much of this letter is devoted Paul’s focus on finding joy and […]
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I will say it again: Rejoice! (Please read Philippians 4: 1-7) Philippians 4 starts by reminding everyone to stand firm in the Lord. It’s important to start with this message as we dive deeper into Philippians. We then go on to read Paul pleading to Euodia and Syntyche to unite in the word of Christ.
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We can’t impress God, but we can live in His impression (Please read Philippians 3:1-6) Commentary: Paul’s warning was clear in his letter to the Philippians about the trap of following the law to win God’s favor. Children try to gain their parents’ love by behaving and doing their chores and obeying the rules. While
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It’s Your Loss (Please read Philippians 3:7-21) Commentary: Several topics are addressed in the closing of Philippians 3, but the most valuable point he made was about gain and loss. Paul said, “But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a
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Service (and Sacrifice) with a Smile (Please read Philippians 2:12-30) Commentary: Paul was a tangible, real-life example to the Philippians of what actual service to Christ should look like. He suffered frequently for his allegiance to Jesus’ Gospel. He was whipped, stoned, imprisoned, and beaten. Not once did he complain or ask to be relieved
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How many of you were overcome with stress around this time of year? Figuring out what to get for your mother, or brother, or friend can be a daunting task. We want to be generous and get each other something more than thoughts and prayers. We want to get them something symbolic of the love
The sign that The Virgin Mary will conceive and give birth to a son, is a sure sign of God. It is the work of divine power, and could only be done by so. Today is a great day to reflect on our own lives. Allow yourself to check in. Is there a sign from
We have all heard this, or at least something similar. Maybe you’ve heard it more than once, perhaps so much that it seems like such a familiar idea. No matter how many times we hear about this gift of unconditional love, don’t let it diminish it’s meaning. We are benefitting greatly each moment from this
The big question is what does it mean “the Word became flesh”? The Word is alluding to the human form of Jesus. If you read the first chapter of John, you will get insight into the relationship of the Father and Son prior to Jesus becoming flesh. The next question could be why? Why did
This verse gives us a clear understanding as to what gift God is giving us, but also why he is giving it to us. The angel proclaims that the Virgin Mary will give birth to a son and his name will be Jesus. It is important to note that this is a true virgin birth,
