Did you know that wherever we put our hope - that's what we worship? Interesting idea. So what happens if we worship false hope? On the other hand, what happens if we worship true hope? Join Chip to find out.

Understanding Hope:

Finding Hope & Keeping it Alive

The context: Philippians 1-2

• In difficult circumstances = I choose joy!
• In challenging relationships = I choose love!
• In confusion and chaos = I choose hope!

The command: Rejoice in the Lord -- Philippians 3:1

The warning: Beware of false teachers -- Philippians 3:2

3 Vital Takeaways

1. Whatever we put our HOPE in will determine what we WORSHIP.
2. False HOPE always ends in either PRIDE or DESPAIR. 1 Timothy 6:17
3. True HOPE is rooted in RELATIONSHIP and results in JOY and ENDURANCE. Romans 5:1-5

Speaker Mentioned Resource

• Ray Johnston - The Hope Quotient

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• "I Choose Joy" Book
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A person can only survive only so long without food or water. But did you know that some experts say we can't survive at all without hope? Join Chip as he explains every person has an HQ - a Hope Quotient - and why it matters!

Understanding Hope:

Finding Hope & Keeping it Alive

The context: Philippians 1-2

• In difficult circumstances = I choose joy!
• In challenging relationships = I choose love!
• In confusion and chaos = I choose hope!

The command: Rejoice in the Lord -- Philippians 3:1

The warning: Beware of false teachers -- Philippians 3:2

3 Vital Takeaways

1. Whatever we put our HOPE in will determine what we WORSHIP.
2. False HOPE always ends in either PRIDE or DESPAIR. 1 Timothy 6:17
3. True HOPE is rooted in RELATIONSHIP and results in JOY and ENDURANCE. Romans 5:1-5

Speaker Mentioned Resource

• Ray Johnston - The Hope Quotient

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• "I Choose Joy" Book
• "I Choose Joy" Home Church Study

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If you are tired of all the negative, depressing stories dominating the nightly news, listen to this special broadcast. Andrew Accardy, who leads the Living on the Edge Global Team, is joined by the rest of the international staff from around the world. They take turns sharing powerful stories of how the gospel is transforming lives, and church leaders are finding encouragement, even in some of the most hostile places on the planet. Do not miss this hopeful discussion of how God is at work in our world.

• Living on the Edge focuses on discipleship, helping Christians grow and live out their faith.
• The ministry impacts pastors and church leaders globally, believing strong leadership leads to strong churches.
• India: Facing persecution (ranked 11th globally), but God is moving, with 90,000+ pastors trained and a goal for 300,000 more, impacting 40 million believers.
• Africa: Immense growth opportunity by 2050; addressing a "discipleship deficit" by equipping over 211,000 pastors.
• Middle East: Believers face severe persecution (family, government, society), yet hunger for discipleship; 1,700+ leaders trained last year despite small church numbers.
• Latin America: Pastors struggle with violence and lack of resources; 29,000+ leaders trained are seeing transformation and hope.
• Overall Impact: Nearly 440,000 pastors trained globally, with a goal of 3 million.
• Support Needed: Financial partnership helps provide resources and training for pastors, with gifts doubled during the Mid-Year Match.

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• "I Choose Joy" Book
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Throughout history, whenever society falls into greater immorality and the tides of violence and hatred rise, God responds in remarkable ways. Chip wraps up his study in Philippians chapter 2 in this program with this astonishing revelation. Join us to learn about the life-changing work God is doing worldwide, and the passionate men and women He is looking for to join Him in His work.

What is God looking for?

• Ezekiel 22:30-31
• 2 Chronicles 16:9

Question:

• Why does God use some people and not others?

Answer:

• Philippians 2:19-30

The purpose for sending Timothy?

• Paul cares! --Philippians 2:19

The reason Timothy was chosen?

• Timothy cares! --Philippians 2:20-24

The reason Epaphroditus is sent?

• Epaphroditus cares! --Philippians 2:25-30

Summary:

• Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify the kind of person God uses to fulfill His purposes on Earth.

4 things God is looking for:

1. Do you have a servant's heart?
2. Are you willing and available?
3. Are you faithful in the assignments God gives you?
4. Are you loyal and teachable?

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There's a huge tension between God's sovereignty and our free will. Join Chip as he wrestles with this tension and finds answers in Philippians, Chapter 2, to the question: How do we "work out" what God has already "worked in"?

Introduction: Our expectations powerfully shape…

• Our relationships
• Our responses

Two critical questions:

1. What can we expect from God?
2. What does God expect from us?

How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”?

• The command: Be a grateful servant! -Philippians 2:14
• The purpose: Be a godly servant! -Philippians 2:15a
• The result: Be a bold servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16a
• The motive: Be a joyful servant! -Philippians 16b-18

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Scripture tells us those who love God are those who obey His commands. Chip poses two critical questions when we talk about obedience: What can we expect from God? and What does God expect from us? Join Chip for the answers.

Introduction: Our expectations powerfully shape…

• Our relationships
• Our responses

Two critical questions:

1. What can we expect from God?
2. What does God expect from us?

How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”?

• The command: Be a grateful servant! -Philippians 2:14
• The purpose: Be a godly servant! -Philippians 2:15a
• The result: Be a bold servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16a
• The motive: Be a joyful servant! -Philippians 16b-18

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
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Additional Resource Mentions

• "I Choose Joy" Book
• "I Choose Joy" Home Church Study

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In our pursuit of greatness in God's eyes, we tend to imagine following Jesus into ever-increasing, upward levels of maturity. In this program, Chip poses the fascinating premise that we actually follow Jesus, descending into greatness.

How do we measure greatness?

• Power = Who and what we control
• Possessions = What and how much we own
• Position = Our rank in the pecking order
• Prestige = Who and how many “look up” to us
• Productivity = What and how much we accomplish

How do we obtain greatness?

• Two pathways to greatness: Ascending and descending
• True greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4

How do you experience true greatness?

• One word = Humility (Humility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.)

How to be authentically humble:

1. Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5
2. We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6
3. We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7
4. We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8
5. We experience the reward of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11

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• "I Choose Joy" Book
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In this program, Chip reveals five ways we typically measure greatness. But as with any scale, we always want to know whether the scale is accurate. From Philippians, Chapter 2, Chip explains how true greatness is achieved.

How do we measure greatness?

• Power = Who and what we control
• Possessions = What and how much we own
• Position = Our rank in the pecking order
• Prestige = Who and how many “look up” to us
• Productivity = What and how much we accomplish

How do we obtain greatness?

• Two pathways to greatness: Ascending and descending
• True greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4

How do you experience true greatness?

• One word = Humility (Humility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.)

How to be authentically humble:

1. Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5
2. We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6
3. We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7
4. We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8
5. We experience the reward of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• "I Choose Joy" Book
• "I Choose Joy" Home Church Study

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In this program, Chip gives us three specific action steps for becoming a more loving person. The conclusion comes down to a single sentence, a single attitude, that'll change everything about how you love others. Don't miss it.

Introduction: “What’s going on?”

• One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children love each other.
• A prayer that only you can answer. -John 17
• Paul commands what Jesus prayed. -Philippians 2:1-2

The Platinum Rule:

• “Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”

How to become a more loving person:

1. Choose to declare war on selfishness. -Philippians 2:3
2. Attack the root of the problem… pride -Philippians 2:3
3. Choose to practice humility daily by putting others’ needs and interests ahead of your own. -Philippians 2:4

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Chip begins this series, from the book of Philippians, Chapter 2, by telling us Christ's command for us to love one another means we are to live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity. The question is - how? Join Chip as he embarks on the journey to answer that question.

Introduction: “What’s going on?”

• One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children love each other.
• A prayer that only you can answer. -John 17
• Paul commands what Jesus prayed. -Philippians 2:1-2

The Platinum Rule:

• “Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”

How to become a more loving person:

1. Choose to declare war on selfishness. -Philippians 2:3
2. Attack the root of the problem… pride -Philippians 2:3
3. Choose to practice humility daily by putting others’ needs and interests ahead of your own. -Philippians 2:4

Broadcast Resource

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes

Additional Resource Mentions

• "I Choose Joy" Book
• "I Choose Joy" Home Church Study

Mid Year Match

• Mid Year Match

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