Philippians prayer we have just completed studying the book of philippians and are learning to apply the word to our prayer life. Philippi was named after philip ii of macedon, who was the father of alexander the great. He showed us that what we treasure the most will control our lives. Philippians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. However, it was not the prayer of the philippians in and of itself that would meet pauls need. This session looks at the beginning of chapter 1, where paul starts off his letter greeting and praying for the beloved church. His treasure was first and foremost, the lord jesus christ. A clear statement has been given about slaves, saints, and saved vv. Pauls needs were met by the spirit of god, but this provision to paul was. For the philippians prayer, i had decided last week that i was going to. Most popular philippians bible verses bible study tools. This prayer is fairly brief, but it is packed with statements that reflect the emphases of the entire letter.
We want to begin our studies in the book of philippians. We hope this outline of philippians will help you as you endeavor to study gods letter to you. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. This can be understood by looking at the letter as a whole and the problems within the church at philippi. The question arises, then, as to what specific needs are in mind in the use of the term in 1. I know that you will continue working in me until it is finished on the day when christ jesus returns.
In this eightsession series, jo saxton takes us through philippians to encourage us to follow jesus no matter what life throws at us. With petitions to god in thanksgiving and in trust in gods ability to answer our prayers, a believer can have peace and assurance. Here is the prayer so you can compare it to the text. All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in jesus christ. Outline of the book of philippians getting acquainted with philippi in bible history during the years 50 through 54 ad paul embarks on his second apostolic tour. The book of philippians paul writes a thankyou note to the believers at philippi for their help in his hour of need, and he uses the occasion to send along some instructions on christian unity. Following his thanksgiving, paul offered a prayer for the philippians in 1.
Philippians have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with. Philippians 1 new international version niv 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ jesus, to all gods holy people in christ jesus at philippi, together with the overseers and deacons. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to god. I pray that i may show the same grace to my brothers and sisters in christ and in all things to joyfully say, thy will lord jesus, not mine be done, for your glory. The book s multidimensional approach creates abundant space for unhurried contemplation, whether in individual reflection or group study. An introduction to the book of philippians the apostle paul wrote the letter to the philippians while he was in prison around ad 62. The author provides his own examples of what spiritual maturity should look like which i found helpful. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of philippians. He then shares several key things on how to do this.
Thanksgiving and prayer for the philippian church philippians 1. Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ. Philippi was especially important to paul since it was the first church he founded in europe see acts 16. The support that the philippian church gave to paul was evidenced through prayer, money and goods. Thanksgiving and prayer i thank my god every time i remember you. Thus in the book of philippians the word carries a narrower sense than just general prayer. The lesson was used for older elementary students and it focuses on the importance of making daily bible reading and prayer a priority. The book of philippians 4 failing to give roman citizens a proper trial 16. In this sermon series on the book of philippians, we discuss powerful and encouraging truths about living a joyfilled life in the midst of trials. Essentially, paul prayed that the philippians would express their christian love by living in ways that honored god. Paul and silas travel through galatia and meet timothy in lystra, circumcise him and take him along as a traveling companion cf. Prayers from philippians devotional reading plan youversion. Use us we pray in these end times to share the good news of christ so that many may hear and believe that jesus christ is both lord and saviour, to the glory of god the father in jesus name we pray, amen.
Most popular philippians bible verses bible study tools the epistle of paul to the philippians, usually indicated only as philippians, is the eleventh book in the new testament. Give me a christlike compassion for others, so that my life may be poured out as a drink offering of sacrifice and service, to your praise and glory. This rich, inviting volume illumines pauls letter to the philippians through evocative juxtapositions of visual images, poetry, and other worshiprelated arts with theological reflections, prayers, and more. No matter how much you prepare, theres always a chance that someone will ask a question you cant answer, or that. Is there a better way to pray than to speak gods own words. Through pauls words and example, learn how joy and sacrifice can go handinhand. They are included in the body of the text so the reader can see them as he reads the book without having to page over to a separate outline. We also ought to be praying in a spirit of thanksgiving because that tells god that we. The book of philippians is a powerful letter of encouragement. Paul encouraged the philippians to pray whenever they became anxious, so prayer is said to be a powerful enabler to live the christian life. I consider this the most delightful epistle of the new testament. The book of philippians is commonly believed to be written in the year 61 or 62 ad. Prayers from philippians 4 days philippians is a book about suffering and exploring how we can bring christ into our daily life, mind, and soul. Joy ride expository sermon series on the book of philippians.
This book is engaging, thoughtprovoking, and truly challenges the reader to growup spiritually. The book of philippians a blessed prayer fellowship bible. With this sermon we come to the end of our series from the book of philippians. See more ideas about book of philippians, bible verses and word of god. Paul prays for the church to grow in knowledge and depth of insight so we will be filled with the fruit of righteousness. The epistle is attributed to paul the apostle and a coauthor named timothy, and is addressed to the christian church in philippi. Headings throughout the following book of philippians. Although he had faced severe hardships, poverty, beatings, illness, and even his current imprisonment, in every circumstance paul had learned to be content. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the new testament of the christian bible. Join us as we walk through the book versebyverse and read lifechanging insight from the apostle paul on being well grounded in prayer and thanksgiving, always rejoicing in the lord in every. That might explain why hes not answered our prayers yet. Commentary on the book of philippians by matthew henry. And that every tongue should confess that jesus christ is lord, to the glory of god the father. Through your prayer and the supply of the spirit of jesus christ.
Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. The lesson is only a guide and can be adapted for your needs. The question arises, then, as to what specific needs. The headings and subheadings make up an outline of the book. I have mentioned several times that this book is essentially a thankyou note from the apostle paul to the church at philippi. This is the first lesson in a series from the book of philippians.
Look at the book watch john piper mark the text on the screen, and learn to study the bible for yourself. And the peace of god, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in christ jesus. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with. The peace that god gives christians goes well beyond human understanding. It was the supply of the spirit of jesus christ that came to paul through the prayer of the philippians. Philippians is a book about suffering and exploring how we can bring christ into our daily life, mind, and soul.
As seen in chapter 4 paul thanked them for the people who visited him with the gifts which were donated by the philippians for the furtherance of the gospel. The guidance of the author provides the reader the perfect opportunity to dissect philippians while spending time in introspection and prayer. The book of philippians is a letter written by the apostle paul to a church he cherished and that also cherished him. Settlers from the nearby island of thasos seized the area. In the pages of philippians, paul conveys a powerful message about the secret of contentment.
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