Why do we think we can be good enough to earn our spot in heaven? Religious systems are like ladders we try to climb to God, but they all end up short of the goal. In our passage, Paul talks about realizing this and encourages the Philippians to hold tightly to the only alternative.

Who we choose to trust will have a significant impact on how we live our lives. It seems the Philippians had a leadership problem, so Paul gives them two shining examples of who they can trust and why. In this message, we will examine these men and learn how to develop discernment.

It’s one thing to be saved by Jesus, it’s another thing to work that salvation out day to day. In this message, we look at what it takes to be a faithful disciple who stands in contrast to the world, shining like a light in the darkness.

Paul once again calls for unity in the church as they face outside persecution, he knows that inward conflict is likely to arise. The church in Philippi and we today are given the secret to unity and that is humility. Paul then points to the greatest example of humility ever and that is Jesus. We are challenged as followers of Christ to have the same mind as Christ.

While Paul was imprisoned for his faith, the Philippians were also suffering for theirs. How should they think about the persecution they were and would be facing? In a beautiful passage of teamwork and unity, he encourages them to press on together along with him.

Sometimes in our lives, we allow our difficulties to determine our mindset. Despite the circumstances Paul had found himself in, he remained positive because his heart and mind were rooted in Christ. Because of this mindset, Paul was joyful and graceful in the midst of suffering.

Since Paul was in prison, skepticism was rampant over his trustworthiness. He wants to assure the Philippians that everything that has happened to him has happened because he has been faithful to the gospel. In this message, we will examine this defense and what this Paul’s mindset produced.

The Philippians were incredibly generous and loving. Paul wanted them to continue excelling in this mindset, so he described to them where it comes from and where it ends up. As we read his prayer for them, we will commit to this same kind of love.

The Christians in Philippi had it hard. They were few in number and small in influence, but Paul had a lot of history with them and considered them instrumental to his ministry. This sets a beautiful example for our partnership.

Meaningful good is built on a foundation of faith and a process of faithfulness. When we know God, find hope, and live free, we can be made useful for God’s purposes. In this message, we discuss how to walk in this work.