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Philippians 1:23-29 Stand Fast And Together
Intro: Paul is writing to people he likes, people who have been with him for the long haul. Paul wrote from prison, from Rome and the date as AD 61, which fits well with the account of Paul's house arrest in Acts 28-31
Paul chains have advanced the Gospel. In his prayer, Paul asks that their love would grow, because Christian love is not mere sentiment; it is rooted in knowledge and understanding
Theologically, Paul insists that instead of hindering the gospel, his imprisonment had served to make it more widespread. Paul is facing possible execution, he affirms that whether he lives or dies, he will be with Christ.
The chapter shows that joy is the settled peace that arises from making the gospel the focus of life; Paul was at peace with his circumstances because the advancement of the gospel was his primary goal. Paul also calls believers to unity, says the Philippians should not fear their opponents, and he explains the Philippians' suffering for the faith is a gift from God for their good and God’s glory! So he urged them to stand fast and stand together!
Philippians 1:23-29 Stand Fast And Together
Intro: Paul is writing to people he likes, people who have been with him for the long haul. Paul wrote from prison, from Rome and the date as AD 61, which fits well with the account of Paul's house arrest in Acts 28-31
Paul chains have advanced the Gospel. In his prayer, Paul asks that their love would grow, because Christian love is not mere sentiment; it is rooted in knowledge and understanding
Theologically, Paul insists that instead of hindering the gospel, his imprisonment had served to make it more widespread. Paul is facing possible execution, he affirms that whether he lives or dies, he will be with Christ.
The chapter shows that joy is the settled peace that arises from making the gospel the focus of life; Paul was at peace with his circumstances because the advancement of the gospel was his primary goal. Paul also calls believers to unity, says the Philippians should not fear their opponents, and he explains the Philippians' suffering for the faith is a gift from God for their good and God’s glory! So he urged them to stand fast and stand together!
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