So what is there to rejoice? Real and lasting joy comes from the confidence that, no matter what happens, we are inseparably connected to God and saved.

9 окт. 2023 г. · NT Wright reflects on the relationship between prayer and God's peace. He notes how “Anxiety was a way of life for many in the ancient pagan world.

Verse 1 is a transition verse. Paul calls the Philippian believers to stand firm in the face of Judaizers and immoral Christians who would lead them astray.

In the lesson for last Sunday, Paul uses the image of a race to picture the Christian life as one of constant movement into God's future.

Chapter 4 speaks of Christ's strength in times of suffering. This includes prayers and encouragement (Philippians 4:1–9) and a focus on God's provision ( ...

David Guzik commentary on Philippians 4, where Paul exhorts the church to stand fast and to have peace and joy in all circumstances.

Paul is telling them to “rejoice in the Lord.” Rejoice in the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Rejoice in the forgiveness of sins.

This small group Bible study of Philippians 4:1-9 contains outlines, commentary, cross-references, Bible study discussion questions, and applications.

30 сент. 2021 г. · In his closing exhortations, Paul appeals to the hearts and minds of the Philippians, combining Jewish piety with Greek thinking.

6 мар. 2024 г. · In the chaos of a fallen world we long for peace. In Paul's letter to the church at Philippi we are given encouragement on how we can ...