Strength for the Journey...Life Lessons from Philippiansnhttp://www.tcaa.comnPaul wrote to the Philippians from Rome-- a prisoner of Nero. H...
Strength for the Journey...Life Lessons from Philippiansnhttp://www.tcaa.comnPaul wrote to the Philippians from Rome-- a prisoner of Nero. He was chained day and night to a Roman soldier. He knew his life could end soon...and he wrote to people of faith who needed to be encouraged.nPhilippians is a guide for ordinary living. You will find help for the normal problems Christians face.nPaul reminds the Philippians and us "that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." Philippians 1:6nOur lives are filled with and problems, frustrations, anxieties, and pressures that can lead to feeling weary, discouraged and defeated. We need to discover and understand the source of joy, confidence and strength to fully follow Jesus. Christ is our life; Christ is our confidence; and Christ is our strength for the journey."All I want is to know Christ and to experience the power of his resurrection, to share in his sufferings and become like him in his death." Philippians 3:10 (Good News)nSTRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY:nLIFE LESSIONS FROM PHILIPPIANSnActs 16; Philippians 1:1-3nPhilippians 1:4-6: In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.nI think life is supposed to be a series of adventures. Tom MorrisnHow would you describe your life adventure?nWhat has your adventure cost?n1. STRENGTH FLOWS TO THOSE WHO FOLLOW GOD'S DIRECTIONS Following God based on Paul's experience: Check out Acts 16:7-12nand Acts 16:13-15nStop! Go! Wait! Look around to discover God's plan!nWhen was the last time God gave you directions?nCan God change directions for a church family?nWhen was the last time God changed your direction?nWhy did Paul write a letter to the church at Philippi?n1. The believers were not united. (Philippians 2:1-4)n2. The believers were suffering. (Philippians 1:28)n3. The believers needed a nudge to engage their unbelieving world.nPhilippians 2:14-15n2. STRENGTH FLOWS TO THOSE WHO FOLLOW GOD'S DIRECTION— WHATEVER THE COST: Acts 16:22-25nWere Paul and Silas:ncrazy? delirious? fanatics? trusting God was in control?nDid Paul's jail time in Philippi change his perspective about followingnGod's directions—no matter what?nNow I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that Inam in chains for Christ. Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly. Philippians 1:12-14nWhat does it cost you to follow God's directions?n3. STRENGTH FLOWS TO THOSE WHO GET INTO EACH OTHER'S LIVESnPaul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God every time I remember you. Philippians 1:1-3nGet into other's lives you can trust and who will trust you: Philippians 2:19-22nGet into other's lives so they can affirm and celebrate whatnGod is doing in your life: Philippians 1:7-8nGet into other's lives so they will love you and allow you to love them: Philippians 2:1-3nGet into each other's lives so they will allow you to serve themnand be served by them: Philippians 2:4nAll Scripture taken from the New International Version (NIV) unless noted. June 3, 2012. You can listen or download today's sermon from our website at http://www.tcaa.com.nnlife lessons in the bible,life lessons from the bible,life lessons bible,bible studies on philippians,inspirational study bible,bible study phillipians,life lessons from philippians,philippians,phillipians study,study philippians,experiencing the heart of jesus,book of philipians,the book of philipians,bible study on christian living,in the grip of grace,97dollarvids,thechurchatarrowheadnwhen god whispers your name,devotional books,next door savior,philippians bible study,bible study on philippians ,bible study on the book of philippians,book of philippians bible study,bible study philippians ,philippians bible studies,the study of bible,life study online,bible study of philippians,bible study philippians,bible study on philippians,study the bible on line,study of philippians,study on philippians,philippians study,bible studies philippians,97dollarvids,thechurchatarrowheadnhttp://97dollarvideomarketing.comnhttp://www.youtube.com/user/TheChurchAtArrowhead?feature=mhee Less