The Joyful Hymn of the Exalted Christ Philippians 2:5–11 “Jesus Christ” “Christ Jesus” 1. Jesus is in a Class all by Himself Humiliation Crucifixion God’s perspective From Christ’s perspective From Satan’s perspective From sin’s perspective From our perspective...
The Joyful Hymn of Following “In His Steps” Philippians 2:5–11 We are troubled by Excuses Exaggeration Apathy 1. Change your Mind Not just an example but an exhortation (command) “think this way” 2. Consider Christ Prexistent / Eternal Divine Incarnation Sinless Lai...
Finding Joy in Unity & Serving Others Philippians 1:27–2:4 Consistency Unity Confidence Suffering 1. Incentive for Joyful Unity Encouragement in Christ. Consolation of love. Fellowship with the Spirit. Affection and mercy. 2. Hindrances to Joyful Unity...
The Gospel Advanced. The Gospel is Proclaimed. Truths of the Bible. Prayers of the Believers Supply of the Spirit Jesus is magnified. 7. Eternal Things Matter Most THE DECISION “For to me to live is _________ and to die is .” Fill in the blanks yourself. Life Worth...
Joy in Difficult Circumstances Part 2 Philippians 1:19–26 • Paul, the Founder, is in Prison for serving Jesus. • Epaphroditus – one of the Philippian church’s pastors almost died trying to help Paul. • Paul the people Philippi and some didn’t like him and smeared his...
Joy in Difficult Circumstances Philippians 1:12–18 How can I be joyful in difficult circumstances? 1. The Gospel Advanced. He did not go as preacher but prisoner Paul’s Imprisonment Meant Progress for the Gospel. He had contact with the Lost. I get to be a pioneer...
Ingredients of a Joyful Church Philippians 1:9–11 What are the ingredients of a joyful, growing people? 1. Love Abounding – never stop, continuous Knowledge – intimate knowledge of the truth Judgment – discernment Love is naturally connected with...
Joy is Expressed in Hopeful Prayer Philippians 1:3-11 What are the elements of thankful prayer that demonstrate joyful living? Joy of Remembering the People of God Joy of Interceding for the People of God Joy of Partnering with the People of God 4. Joy of Knowing that...
Joy is Expressed in Thankful Prayer Philippians 1:3–11 Joy is Expressed in Thankful Prayer What are the elements of thankful prayer that demonstrate joyful living? 1. The joy of Remembering the people of God Church family Changed lives Thanksgiving, by causing...
