Philippians 2:1-6
January 17, 2024
In this study of Philippians 2, we put our magnifying glass on the person of Jesus and ask fundamental questions like: Who is He? How do we follow Him? And, what does it mean to be like Him? Dr. McGee calls this “one of the most important theological passages of the Bible.”
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Philippians 2:1-6
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It's true: God who began a good work in us will finish what He started. Paul assures the Philippians—and believers today—of our eternal security in Christ.
January 12, 2024
Paul wrote from prison to the church at Philippi, reminding them that joy doesn't depend on outward circumstances but on inward condition. If we are in the center of God's will, then regardless of the circumstances there will be joy in our lives.
January 11, 2024
What kind of person can sit in prison and write a book about joy? The apostle Paul’s joy transcended his earthly circumstances, and he felt compelled to share it with his friends at Philippi. He teaches that happiness is found through Christlike humility, contentment, and service. Find out what it means to have that same kind of joy.
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January 8, 2024
Lessons learned from Proverbs 28:1—29:4 include: If you want God to hear you, you must hear Him first. The man who fears God is the one who is listening to God. Walk in humility before the Lord.
January 5, 2024
Lessons learned from Proverbs 26:23—27:27 include: Don’t be surprised by counterfeit Christians; they only counterfeit what they know to be valuable. Procrastination is the thief of time. A fool has no discretion; he will say and do anything. It is good to have a friend who will call attention to your faults in a helpful way. May God give us an appetite for the Word of God. God has a particular place for every believer to exercise his gift. It is good to have a friend with whom you can sharpen your mind. Dynasties rise and fall in this world of changes; God doesn’t change.
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Lessons learned from Proverbs 25:23—26:22 include: A fool doesn’t mind sacrificing his honor. Giving honor to a fool gives him ammunition. There is security for the believer and also insecurity for the make-believer. One who has a high opinion of himself is worse than a fool. Strife is fueled by gossip; a real child of God does not wish to hear things that are ugly.
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