Outrageous JoyJoy in the Whys: Philippians 1:12-26September 21, 2014Michael’s Personal Goal: to complain less and consecrate moreOutrageous Joy: a study of the Epistle to the Church at Philippi3 questions to ask yourself:1.Could I use more joy? 2.Do I believe I can become a more joyful person?3.Where does joy come from?Key Verse: “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21Joy In the “Whys”Why 1: Paul’s Chains (Circumstances): V 13b: “I am in chains for Christ.” App: Rejoice. God can use you in your circumstances to make a difference in the life of someone else.Why 2: Paul’s Critics (People):V 17a: “The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition”App: Rejoice. Frustrating people are not worth losing your joy over.Why 3: Paul’s Crisis (Things): “Should I stay or should I go?”V 23-24: I am torn between the two: …depart and be with Christ… (or) for you that I remain in the body.App: For to me, to live is ___________ and to die is ___________.What is God’s Spirit speaking into your life today? How must you respond?