Sep 3, 2014 | Christian Living, Philippians
The Apostle Paul wrote his letter to the Philippians while he was cold and hungry in Roman imprisonment—yet he was able to say with confidence, I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how...
Aug 27, 2014 | Christian Living, The Bible
In worship, we have the opportunity to experience the presence of God, to hear His voice, and to have Him speak to us. This is an awesome opportunity and a great privilege. The Lord can speak to whatever need, hurt, pain, or aspiration you bring Him. It’s such a...
Aug 20, 2014 | Christian Living, Philippians, Psalms
What a blessing it is to know that the God with whom we have to do is not a God who is remote. No, He’s the God who is near. He is present. “Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near.” (Philippians 4:5) Why did Paul say “The Lord is near” at this...
Aug 13, 2014 | Christian Living, Philippians
I’ve already explained that Paul borrowed some terms from the Psalms when he wrote his letter to the Philippians. He also used some terms that his readers would have recognized as coming from the secular, Hellenistic culture around them. Think about that fact for a...
Aug 6, 2014 | Christian Living, Philippians, The Bible
We live in a world today where there is increasing pressure upon the church. We can give God thanks for the enormous freedoms that we have in the United States. We’ve been an island of freedom for over 200 years, but make no mistake, there are many places in the world...
