The Effect of Being in Christ
David Royes
Christians are described by the apostle Paul, not as being with Christ, or next to Christ, but as being “IN CHRIST”. Continuing his exhortation to live worthy of the gospel, Paul shows how the Philippians are Called to the mind of Christ, Humbled by the life of Christ, and Empowered by the exaltation of Christ. […]
Worthy of the Gospel
David Royes
After affirming the Philippians partnership in the gospel and demonstrating an identity in the gospel, Paul exhorts the church to live a life worthy of the gospel. He calls Christians to live as worthy citizens of the Kingdom of God, explains the fruit of living as worthy citizens, and points us to the power to […]
The Christian’s Perseverance
David Royes
Philippians teems with encouragement, but biblical perseverance is surprising. Paul never encourages his readers to dig deep or to look inward for confidence. In just a single verse, we can understand the initiator of the Christian’s perseverance, the nature of perseverance, and the end of the work of perseverance. For Further Discussion: How is Paul’s […]
A Gospel-Driven Life
David Royes
Paul was not just intrigued by the gospel of Jesus. Rather, he was completely transformed and driven by the message and glory of Christ. He models for us how the gospel transforms our view of past disappointments, changes our ambition in the present, and shifts our view of the future. Questions for Further Discussion When […]
Contagious Joy
David Royes
One of Paul’s main methods of encouraging the Philippians was his contagious joy. As he begins his letter, the apostle demonstrates what he is calling the church to possess: An overwhelming affection, an ambitious prayer and the urgent truth of Jesus’ return. For further discussion: Why is it hard for affection and joy to be […]
The Delight of Being in Christ
David Royes
Paul’s great letter to the Philippians is a surprise. In spite of the author’s circumstance it teems with delight in Jesus. In the introductory verses, Paul shows us the delight of being in Christ – how the gospel brings about a surprising identity, an unlikely community, and a sense of maturity. Questions for further discussion: […]
The Lord’s Discipline
David Royes
In this series we alternate weekly between select Proverbs and Psalms. Why? Because we are both dependent creatures (in need of Wisdom) and doxological creatures (made to Worship)! This series will provoke us to call out for Wisdom (Proverbs), even as we are call up in Worship (Psalms), acknowledging the Lord, who is in and […]
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