Between the establishment of a relationship with God and the final resurrection, Christians need to press on to know Christ and be more like him.

Paul warned Christians about false teachers who would persuade them to boast in themselves instead of in Christ.

Timothy and Epaphroditus demonstrated the mind of Christ in the way they lived.

Because of God’s work of salvation in us, we need to work out our salvation.

Christian thinking is thinking like Jesus, especially as seen in his becoming one of us to die on the cross.

The lifestyle of citizens of the kingdom of God includes unity, joy, and humility.

As Paul waited in prison, he was able to rejoice in two certain outcomes because of his view of life and death.

Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.

In his opening thanksgiving and prayer, Paul focused on our three most important days.

In his greeting, Paul previewed coming attractions in the rest of the letter, including the main event of Christ’s humiliation and exaltation.