Main Idea
We are called to strive for unity in the church.

Four principles of striving for unity in the church

1. Stand firm in the Lord (v. 1)

2. Live in harmony in the Lord (v. 2)

3. Help others reconcile (v. 3)

4. Remember the reason for unity (v. 3)

Main Idea
We should follow the example of those who are heavenly-minded as we eagerly wait for Christ’s
return.

Three directives for our Gospel-Centered Citizenship

1. Imitate those who are heavenly-minded (v. 17)

2. Avoid those who are worldly-minded (vv. 18-19)

3. Remember your heavenly citizenship (vv. 20-21)

Main Idea
We are called to passionately pursue Christ by following Paul’s example.

Three Features of Paul’s Example

1. Paul’s Perspective (v. 12)

2. Paul’s Pursuit (vv. 13-14)

3. Paul’s Pronouncement (vv. 15-16)

Main Idea
We are called to passionately pursue Christ by following Paul’s example.

Three Features of Paul’s Example

1. Paul’s Perspective (v. 12)

2. Paul’s Pursuit (vv. 13-14)

3. Paul’s Pronouncement (vv. 15-16)

Main Idea
True happiness/blessedness for a Christian is found in pursuing God by devoting yourself to His
Word and walking in obedience to Him.

Four Traits of True Happiness/Blessedness

1. Character of those who are blessed

2. Source of being blessed

3. Prayer of those who are blessed

4. Results of those who are blessed