We Belong to Jesus

Philippians 1:27-2:4

After Paul details his personal circumstances as a prisoner in chapter one, verses 12-26, he moves on in his letter to encourage his readers. In the passage before us Paul exhorts the Philippians to steadfastness, unity and humility. First, he calls on his readers to "stand firm" together for the gospel, striving against all opponents in verse 28, through suffering in verse 29, and conflict in verse 30. He then goes on to encourage his readers to engage in a determined oneness of intent in chapter two, verses 1 & 2. Finally, he encourages his readers to take on humility in verses 3 & 4.

 

Scripture reading by Debbie Slater

Sermon by Pastor Keith Aurand

Recorded August 27, 2017

New Berlin, Wisconsin, USA