At the end of Philippians 3, Paul drops a thought bomb on our understanding how to live the Christian life, when he describes Christ-followers as "citizens of heaven." The implications from understanding our primary citizenship in this way are staggering.

In Philippians 3, Paul uses shocking language to describe his past religious achievements. Perhaps because he knows how destructive and divisive building an identity on human achievement can be. He then reminds his friends in Philippi of the true and lasting source of his (and their) new identity.

Some passages of Scripture are easy to skim over. Especially when they're filled with ancient names, travel plans, and mundane details having no real contemporary significance. Tucked into the middle of Philippians is one such passage. Instead of skipping it, we're going to slow down and read it carefully, for it demonstrates an essential practice for becoming a more skillful follower of Christ.

Today we hear from Kevin Vance and the Mission work him and his wife do in Regina, Saskatchewan.

In Philippians 2, Paul encourages his friends in Philippi to cultivate a certain mindset that will enable them to maintain their unity. We've become so familiar with what he says that it’s difficult to appreciate how radical and challenging his instructions were (and still are).

This Sunday we’ll explore the implications of the image Paul uses to illustrate what he means when he implores his friends in Philippi to conduct themselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.

In Philippians 1, when Paul reflects on his imprisonment and possible execution, he shows us what really matters when facing adversity.

When Paul writes a letter of appreciation to the church in Philippi, he shows us both how Christian friendship works and why we all need friends who can help us see what really matters.

Join us this week as we consider why hospitality is an essential Christian practice.

Keith Maloney speaks to the church about ways to combat isolation, especially in a post-covid world. He emphasizes the importance of connection with others and offers many options to create community at Greenville Oaks.