Category: Book of Philippians
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Content in Every Circumstance
Scripture Focus “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and…
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Growing without Comparing
Scripture Focus“Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own… and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you. Only let us hold true to what…
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The Mind of Christ in Us
Scripture Focus “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests,…
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Standing in the Same Conflict (Part 4)
Scripture Focus “…engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have.” – Philippians 1:30 (ESV) Devotional Thought Paul reminds the Philippians that they are not alone—they are engaged in the same conflict he is facing. The struggles they experience are not unique,…
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The Gift We Don’t Expect—Suffering for Christ (part 3)
Scripture Focus “For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake.” – Philippians 1:29 (ESV) Devotional Thought This verse challenges our expectations. Paul says that suffering for Christ has been granted to us…
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Courage in the Face of Opposition (Part 2)
Scripture Focus “…and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.” – Philippians 1:28 (ESV) Devotional Thought One of the clearest marks of a gospel-worthy life is fearlessness in the face of opposition.…
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A Life Worthy of the Gospel Begins with Unity
Scripture Focus “Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ… standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel.” – Philippians 1:27 (ESV) Devotional Thought Paul gives a powerful command: live in a way that reflects…
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This World Is Not Your Home
Scripture Focus “For many, of whom I have often told you and now tell you even with tears, walk as enemies of the cross of Christ. Their end is destruction, their god is their belly, and they glory in their shame, with minds set on earthly things. But our citizenship…
