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Philippians 2:12-13

Andy Stanley says it best "Salvation is free, it will cost you nothing. Following Jesus will cost you everything."

Philippians 1:27-28

To “Take a Stand” is not the absence of movement or action, but it is to position yourself in a way that would ensure victory.

Jesus Said: “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.

(Matthew 10:16)

Jesus never answered questions that would offend or alienate his followers for the purpose of “taking a stand”. He did not sacrifice influence to gain popularity with the choir. In fact He came to seek and to save that which was lost.

Philippians 12:1-18

If sex, money, power, and fame results in happiness, then Hollywood should be filled with the happiest people on earth.

But we seem to find the happiest person on earth, right here… in PRISON. Paul wanted the church to know that God can use adverse circumstances to bring about changed lives.

Paul prays for abundant, intelligent, and discerning love for the Philippian saints.