Dr. Crane shows how Paul had learned to be content in any circumstances, and yet was especially pleased to receive the offering the Philippians had taken for him, knowing that while it benefited him, it would also benefit them in their relationship with God.

Dr. Crane challenges us to put aside differences for the cause of Christ, to seek peace with others through rejoicing, being reasonable, being alert to God's presence, avoiding anxiety, praying about everything, and thinking and practicing excellent things.

Dr. Crane challenges us to follow the examples of Christ, and those who follow him, avoiding the examples of the enemies of the cross of Christ, instead living as citizens of heaven, while we await our transformation to become like Jesus.

Dr. Crane reminds us that even the Apostle Paul did not think he had arrived, but was continuing to press onward toward knowing Jesus, and living up to what Jesus had done for him.

Dr. Crane challenges us to be sure we are putting our confidence in Jesus and what he has accomplished for us, rather than putting our confidence in our own achievements.

Dr. Crane uses the lives of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus to illustrate the characteristics of true servants of Jesus.

Jakob King talks about finding true rest in life by being yoked with Jesus.

Dr. Crane reminds us of Paul's admonition to remove all grumbling and disputing from our lives, in order to become blameless and innocent, especially in comparison with the crooked world in which we live.

Dr. Crane talks about the part that God plays in our salvation, and the part we play in responding to what He does in us and through us.

Dr. Crane reminds us of the glory of Christ: How he was equal with God, yet emptied himself and was obedient, dying on our behalf. God therefore exalted him to a place where everyone will one day honor his name.