BACKGROUND: Paul visited Philippi during his second missionary journey and established a church there, first with the conversion of Lydia (Acts 16:13-15). He wrote this letter to them most likely during his imprisonment in Rome, urging and challenging them to live the Christian life. Think about this theme as you read this passage and meditate on the questions below.
Why the appeal to Euodia and Syntyche (see Php 2:1-4)? And then to yokefellow and Clement (hint: Gal 6:1-2)?
What are some keys you see to a joyful life (see Paul’s example in his response to imprisonment in Acts 16:25)? How might you use Paul’s framework on thinking (v8) and/or doing (v9) to address a sinful pattern in your life?
Paul prescribes prayer as the antidote to anxiety (v6). When these exhortations are heeded, what results? If you lack joy and peace, what might that indicate?
PRAY: Thank GOD for his power and plan for peace in our lives. Ask Him to help us live out our lives by faith, replacing anxiety with prayer, and committing our thoughts and deeds to His glory.
Jane Reagan/Chris Moyer
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