Living After Sunday

What does it mean to be united with Christ? In Philippians, we learn that our union with Christ brings us encouragement, the comfort of His love, and much more. Being “with Christ” is at the heart of unity and humility, for this is where it all begins. Jesus, in His humility, revealed the depth of His love and perfect unity with the Father. He emptied Himself, and in doing so, was exalted above all things. Join us as we dive into what it truly means to be united with Christ and how this union transforms us.

"To live or die, that is the question." As Christians, we are filled with profound hope. When we die, we enter into Christ's presence, awaiting the final redemption of our bodies when God will create a new heaven and a new earth. Yet, in the meantime, we face suffering in many forms. This suffering can be discouraging, but Christ is with us through it all. The Apostle Paul encourages us, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel." This call isn't just about our inner hearts; it extends to how we live out our faith in this world.

Suffering is an inevitable part of life. When Paul writes to the church in Philippi, he is enduring both personal hardship and public criticism. Despite these trials, Paul remains undeterred, confident that God will continue His work in believers until the day of Christ.

The Gospel of Jesus Christ brings people together despite our background or differences. Because of our relationship with Christ we become a community of believers or as Philippians calls it "holy people." As this church gathers together under recognized leadership "overseers and deacons" they participate as a church community and come alongside the apostle Paul as he is in prison in Ephesus. This partnership is act of friendship and kindness.