5/19/2019
To God Be The Glory – Philippians 4
To our God & Father be glory for ever & ever—Amen!
Ministry Is A Collaborative Effort
Philippians 4:2-3 I plead with Euodia & I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. Yes & I ask you, loyal yokefellow, help these women who have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement & the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.
Our Joy Is Based In Eternal Relationship!
Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!
Gentleness Is Strength In Meekness
Philippians 4:5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.
God’s Peace Is Supernatural
Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts & your minds in Christ Jesus.
Be Intentional About Your Thought Life
Philippians 4:8-9 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me–put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
Contentment In All Situations Is A Spiritual Secret
Philippians 4:10-13 I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need & I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any & every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do everything through him who gives me strength.
Financial Support For Ministry Pleases God
Philippians 4:14-19 It was good of you to share in my troubles. Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving & receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid again & again when I was in need.
Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account. I have received full payment & even more; I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. My God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
Our Gospel Can Even Transform Dictators Families!
Philippians 4:20-23 To our God & Father be glory for ever & ever. Amen! Greet all the saints in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me send greetings. All the saints send you greetings, especially those who belong to Caesar’s household. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen!