ABOUT THE EPISODE
Today’s study of Philippians 4 brings us to discover a few parting words from what Paul may have thought was his last letter.
Joy in the midst of suffering
From prison, Paul urges followers of Jesus to rejoice in all circumstances. His example of joy while in chains gives us the perspective to know joy is possible in the midst of the most difficult situations.
Agree in the Lord
Paul also writes to two women who worked with him and helped him spread the Gospel. His direction was to “agree in the Lord.” We don’t know what the disagreement was, but it doesn’t matter. What does matter is the ability to find common ground in the goodness of God. Unity in Christ matters!
Pray- Don’t worry
Both prayer and worry require dwelling on something. But, while worry leads us to dwell on anxious thoughts and outcomes, prayer is an intentional dwelling with the Holy Spirit as you take your requests to God. The result of the latter is a peace beyond understanding for your soul.
Paul invites us to think about things that are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, commendable, praiseworthy. In what ways are we tempted to dwell on the opposite of that list?
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RESOURCES
Found On My Knees: The Journey from Brokenness to Blessing
Awake O Sleeper: Ephesians
Rest: 30 Days of Exploring God’s Invitation to Rest
Hope: Tethered to an Unwavering God
Psalms for Life
