Paul does not mince words in his admonition to the Philippians to look out for enemies of the Gospel. His tone and words can seem harsh to our culture, which is unbiblically non-confrontational. However, obedience to the theological principal contained in his warning is vital to the health of the church and to your life. www.heredeems.com

What is distinct about about God's New Covenant people? This text describes for us some distinguishing marks about God's people.

Did you celebrate Christmas and miss what it is really all about? The 5 W's of the Christmas story will unpack the real meaning of this special day. www.heredeems.com

Paul describes his life before Christ and elaborates on his impressive religious resume. However, he considered all to be loss and rubbish compared to knowing Christ Jesus his Lord. This is a lesson all need to hear. www.heredeems.com

If someone were to describe your life's goal after you were gone, what would it be? Paul's life can be described as pressing on; always pressing on toward the finish of his life when he would receive the final upward call of Christ. www.heredeems.com

There are only two ways to walk presented to us in the Bible. These ways represent your "way of life." Which way are you walking? Paul asked the Philippian Church to imitate him and warned of those who were walking another way. www.heredeems.com

Is the Christian Mindset foolish? Many that aren't Christians certainly think so. Paul elaborates on some fundamental truths about who we are as Christians and the hope that our identity brings both now and in the future.

If these two pleas from Paul are obeyed, there will be little to no division in churches. Are you an antagonist in the church? Or are you promoting unity? wwwHeRedeems.com

Today people are increasingly labeling themselves as spiritual but not religious. This could have a number of definitions and meanings depending on who you ask.There is, however, a Biblical form of spirituality. Paul gives final appeals to the church so they might promote unity and continue to promote the Gospel. They are a unit, a church, but they must individually pursue these essentials of Christian Spirituality. www.heredeems.com

Today people are increasingly labeling themselves as spiritual but not religious. This could have a number of definitions and meanings depending on who you ask.There is, however, a Biblical form of spirituality. Paul gives final appeals to the church so they might promote unity and continue to promote the Gospel. They are a unit, a church, but they must individually pursue these essentials of Christian Spirituality. www.heredeems.com