We consider how knowing Christ changes our thinking. Each of us has a mindset. This simply means that our thoughts are always centered somewhere. Paul shows us that in the pursuit of knowing Christ our minds are key to walking humbly through conflicts and anxious circumstances. Where we center our thoughts will determine our character and shape who we are becoming.

We learn that Paul pressed forward toward his greatest heart’s desire. Paul had declared, “I want to know Christ.” This is not a sentiment, it is Paul’s goal. We will learn that for all of us the pursuit of knowing Christ produces joy in us as we anticipate a future glory with Him!

We begin a three-part series called PURPOSEFUL JOY. We will see what it takes to have a right relationship with our Lord from a different perspective. This week the focus is “I want to know Christ.”

We conclude the HUMBLE JOY series by looking at two young men who are examples of humility. Timothy, you probably know something about. The other, Epaphroditus is probably new to you, but I think you’ll be impressed with him. There are some really good lessons from this concluding section of Philippians 2!

We continue our HUMBLE JOY series, but move to a new section of Philippians 2 to understand the humility of Paul. This week's study also provides some wonderful insights into the process of salvation — something that many Christians just don’t understand.

We continue our series on Humble Joy by looking at the EXALTATION of Jesus Christ by His Father. This is one of the most exciting passages in the New Testament and a great reminder of some basic theology. And one more reminder — this is also a great passage to memorize. We will be studying verses 9-11 of Philippians 2.

We are studying Jesus’ humility and a reminder of His death on a cross. It is a natural time to take communion. The amazing passage of Scripture will continue to teach us about the cure for disunity and the incredible example of Jesus Christ.

We study one of the greatest portions of Scripture concerning Christ as we see His pre-existence in Philippians 2:5-6. Although theological in nature, I think that this passage also provides us some wonderful application.

We begin a new series call HUMBLE JOY as we look at one of the most masterful portions of Scripture in all of the Bible. For many, this text is a favorite. I’m going to suggest that you memorize at least a portion of it as it is the antidote to narcissism. This is probably one of the single most powerful texts that Paul ever penned, and we have the joy of studying it together over the next six weeks!

In our study this week, Paul was waiting to see how God would deliver him. We learned last week that Paul found a way to rejoice while in prison. This week we will see that Paul determined to keep on rejoicing knowing that God would bring him through by some means. We will also learn that Paul had a strong sense that God had more to accomplish through his life.