More Than Sunday Mornings

What does true greatness look like?

Our world often tells us to climb higher, get noticed, and make a name for ourselves. In Philippians 2:1–11, Paul points us in a completely different direction: look at Jesus.

In this episode of the MTSM Student Commentary, we’ll see how the eternal Son of God humbled Himself, became truly human, took the form of a servant, and became obedient even to death on a cross. And we’ll discover why Jesus is more than an example of humility—He is the Savior we need and the risen Lord we follow.

Big Idea: True greatness looks like Jesus. Because He has saved us, we are learning to replace selfish ambition with humility, service, and genuine concern for others.

Read Philippians 2:1–11 before listening, then join us as we dig deeper into God’s Word.

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What are you living for?

In Philippians 1:21–30, Paul makes the unforgettable statement, “To live is Christ.” Even with an uncertain future, Paul knows who he belongs to and what his life is for.

In this episode of the MTSM Student Commentary, we’ll explore what it means to make Jesus the center of our lives, help others grow in their faith, live in a way that reflects the gospel, and stand together when following Jesus becomes difficult.

Big Idea: Living for Christ means making Jesus the center of our lives and standing together for the gospel—even when following Him is difficult.

Read Philippians 1:21–30 before listening, then join us as we dig deeper into God’s Word.

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What happens when life doesn’t go the way you planned?

In Philippians 1:12–20, Paul is in prison, his future is uncertain, and other people are even trying to compete with him. Yet Paul sees something bigger happening: his circumstances changed, but God’s mission didn’t stop.

In this episode of the MTSM Student Commentary, we’ll discover how God can work through circumstances we wouldn’t choose, how our faithfulness can encourage others, and why Jesus being known matters more than us getting the credit.

Big Idea: Your circumstances may change, but God’s mission doesn’t stop. Paul was chained, but the gospel wasn’t.

Read Philippians 1:12–20 before listening, then follow along as we dig deeper into God’s Word.

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Philippians 1:1–11 | Gospel Partnership, Prayer, and Growing Love

What does it look like to follow Jesus alongside other believers—and keep growing along the way?

In Philippians 1:1–11, Paul begins his letter by thanking God for the believers in Philippi and their partnership in the gospel. He reminds them that God is still at work in their lives and prays that their love will continue to grow with knowledge and discernment.

In this student audio commentary, we’ll explore what this passage teaches us about:

• Participating together in the mission of Jesus
• Trusting God to continue His work in us
• Growing in love, wisdom, and discernment
• Making choices that honor Jesus
• Praying for other believers as they grow

One Big Idea: God is at work making us more like Jesus, and He calls us to grow and participate together in the mission of the gospel.

🎧 Designed for students in 6th–12th grade as a companion to the Philippians Guided Journey Through Scripture.

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Following Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Explore Philemon 22–25 and discover why believers pray for one another, stay connected, serve together, and depend on grace.

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What does it mean to make things right? Explore Philemon 17–21 and discover how the gospel moves us toward forgiveness, responsibility, and repairing the harm we have caused.

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People are more than their mistakes, reputations, or labels. Explore Philemon 8–16 and discover how Jesus changes people—and the way we see and treat them.

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What does visible faith look like? Explore Philemon 1–7 and discover how following Jesus changes the way we encourage, strengthen, and care for others.

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What does the gospel look like when it enters a difficult relationship?

In this Foundations Commentary episode, we walk through Paul’s letter to Philemon and explore how grace reshapes identity, power, forgiveness, reconciliation, and Christian community.

At the center of the letter is Paul’s appeal for Philemon to receive Onesimus not merely according to his past or social status, but as a beloved brother in Christ.

Big Idea: The gospel changes how we receive people.

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Philemon is one of the shortest letters in the New Testament, but it asks a powerful question: How should the gospel change the way we see and receive people?

In this Foundations Commentary introduction, we meet Paul, Philemon, and Onesimus and explore the background, purpose, and major themes of the letter—including grace, reconciliation, Christian identity, and the use of power and influence.

Big Idea: The gospel changes how we see and receive people.

Continue your study at MoreThanSundayMornings.com.

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