This is the second week of our series on Philippians. In this message, Mark covers the second half of the first chapter which carries the themes of redemptive suffering, a counter-cultural gospel, and the importance of unity.
Philippians 1:12-30
You can find the reading plan at thevineaustin.org/philippians
Discussion Questions:
1. What has your experience been with the reading plan so far?
2. Read Philippians 1:12-19. In this section, we have Paul describing his experience being in prison. What do you notice about Paul’s perspective?
3. Read Philippians 1:20-26. Respond to Paul’s sentence - “to live is Christ and to die is gain.” What does that mean to you?
4. Read Philippians 1:27-30. What is Paul’s main appeal to the church of Philippi?
5. Reflecting on Paul’s word, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ,” Mark shared that we are instructed to engage with our society as a citizen of Christ’s Kingdom. How does our deeper allegiance inform how we can respond to current cultural events in our society?
6. Was there anything else from the sermon that was encouraging, confusing, or has stayed with you?
