We've become accustomed to living with a "constant low-level panic," as someone recently called it.  What makes us anxious, and what is the remedy for our anxious hearts?  Paul, echoing the words of Jesus, tells us not to be anxious and to pray to the God of Peace.

Do you ever feel like you don't belong anywhere?  For a Christian this is actually good news, because our citizenship is in heaven - and that affects how we live today!

By what means do we enter the presence of God?  There’s a wrong way, and there’s a right way.  Paul moves to warning his readers, so that they will not lose their joy in God’s righteousness being given to them.

What does it mean to be in relationship with each other, and how can our relationships bring joy?  Closeness - says Paul - comes from serving one another and being on mission together.

How does humility relate to joy?  Looking to the example of Jesus, Paul encourages us to demonstrate humility in our lives so that we can experience deeper joy.

What is the basis of joy for a Christian, and how is it distinguished from mere happiness?  Learn how Paul introduces himself to his beloved church in Philippi and expresses thanks for them – with great joy.

What does it mean “To live is Christ; to die is gain”?  What kind of radical perspective change is required in order to believe that motto, and to live it?