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Insights from Galatians & Philippians: Spring 2013 Study

Dive into the rich teachings of Philippians, focusing on true circumcision, spiritual worship, and the pursuit of knowing Christ. Discover Paul's powerful messages on pressing towards the ultimate goal and finding contentment in every situation. Experience the peace of God that surpasses understanding and the transformation that comes with practicing faith in everyday life.

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Insights from Galatians & Philippians: Spring 2013 Study

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  1. A Study of Galatians & Philippians Spring 2013

  2. Philippians Chapters 3 & 4

  3. Chapter 3 • True Circumcision • Those who worship God in Spirit • Put no confidence in the flesh • John 4:24 • Paul’s credentials • He meets and surpasses all others in fleshly terms • He sees those things as garbage (worthless) • What matters is knowing Christ • The power of His resurrection • Sharing in His suffering • Becoming like Him in His death • In order to attain the resurrection from the dead

  4. Chapter 3 • Pressing on to the goal • He hasn’t made it yet • He doesn’t accomplish it on his own • Paul’s workout plan • Forget what is behind • Presses on to what is ahead • In order to reach the goal (prize): the upward call of God in Christ Jesus

  5. Chapter 3 • Join me! • The others won’t because: • They are enemies of the cross • Their end (prize) is destruction • Their god is their belly (self) • Their glory is shame • Their minds are set on earthly matters • Our citizenship is in heaven • We wait for the Savior • Our lowly (earthly) bodies will be transformed into glorious (spiritual) bodies—like His • All things are subjected to Him

  6. Chapter 4 • STAND FIRM! • Exhortation, Encouragement, Prayer • Euodia & Syntyche • Rejoice, Rejoice! • Reasonableness, forebearance, gentleness • Prayer, supplication, thanksgiving • Peace of God • Surpasses human understanding

  7. Chapter 4 • Think on these things: • Honorable • Just • Pure • Lovely • Commendable • Practice what they saw in Paul’s example

  8. Chapter 4 • Paul’s needs • Content in every situation • He can do all things through Christ • He thanks the Philippian brethren for having fellowship with him • The blessing is for them • God will provide for you as well • Final greetings • Caesar’s household

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