Setting the Stage
September 10, 2017 • Jeff Manion
Shine
November 12, 2017 • Dr. John Dickson
Guest speaker John Dickson unpacks Paul’s message to the believers in Philippi and what it means for us. Writing while chained to a Roman prison guard, Paul encourages the first-century Jesus followers with the motivation, power, character and impact of an obedient community. The Philippian church is at risk of losing its gospel effectiveness. Their obedience will cause them to shine the radical love of Jesus to the world around them.
More Joy, Less Anxiety
November 5, 2017 • Jeff Manion
Paul writes Philippians to challenge and encourage a first-century church struggling with internal and external pressure. This week’s conversation revolves around Paul’s encouragement to rejoice always and not to worry. This seems like a wild idea coming from someone chained to a Roman guard writing to a church under all sorts of pressure. Paul gives the Philippians and us three heart decisions that help replace our anxiety with joy.