IX. Examination of Problems, 4:1-19

A. The Problem of Friction and Discord (4:1-3) 1. The Plea (4:1,2) As the great apostle introduces this section dealing with discord in the congregation, his very approach is an example of grace. As an Apostle, he could have commanded and demanded things be changed....

VIII. Expectations in the Lord, 3:1-21

The Apostle moves from his series of examples to present Christ as the object of our faith and hope. He introduces this section of the letter with a warning of the danger of religious systems that lead their adherents to trust works, law, religion, ritual or...

VII. Examples of Victory, 2:5-30

A. Victory Through Sacrifice (2:5-16) We have in these verses an outstanding illustration of the grace of God in using a problem situation in a local assembly of the first century as a starting point to give to believers throughout the church age one of the most...

VI. The Exhortation to Unity, 2:1-4

In the closing portion of the first chapter (1:27) the Apostle made a plea for unity among the Philippians. He warned them a faithful walk might entail suffering, but in the midst of the warning we find an appeal to stand together. He seems to have come upon a...

V. The Exhortation to Faithful Living, 1:27-30

A. The Pattern for a Sanctified Walk (1:27) In the earlier verses in this chapter, Paul acknowledged he had a desire to depart and be with Christ, which was far better, but he recognized their need for him to continue to live in order to minister to their needs. On...

IV. The Expectation of Deliverance, 1:19-26

A. The Assurance of Deliverance (1:19) 1. The Prayers of Believers (1:19a) The Apostle is certain of deliverance from his present condition. Hear the confidence in his, “For I KNOW (instinctively) that this shall turn to my salvation (deliverance).” He is...