Road to Joy
A Study in the book of Philippians
With Joy For You All, Philippians 1:1-11
September 8, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 1:1–11
What brings you joy? Is it your relationships with your family or friends? Is it your work? Maybe it's volunteering somewhere? In Philippians 1:1-11, Pastor Michael Hughes kicks off our new series focusing on the greatest source of our everlasting joy.
Unexpected Joy, Philippians 1:12-20
September 22, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 1:12–20
Sometimes in life, we experience circumstances that we may think are difficult or horrible. We wonder why God would allow this terrible thing to happen to us. As Pastor Michael Hughes shares in Philippians 1:12-20, sometimes God will use the things that caused us the most pain to bring us incredible joy later on.
Continuing Joy, Philippians 1:21-30
September 29, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 1:21–30
Over the span of our lifetimes, we may go from one hobby to another every few years. The things we like to do often change over time. As Pastor Michael Hughes shares in Philippians 1:21-30, when it comes to the things that truly fulfill us and bring joy to others, those are things we should never quit doing.
Joyful Obedience, Philippians 2:12-18
October 13, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 2:12–18
Sometimes, we are confronted with tasks or circumstances that don't bring us joy. How should we go about walking through those circumstances and completing those callings? In Philippians 2:12-18 Pastor Michael Hughes shares with us how the secret to joyful obedience is found only in Jesus.
Joy Over Sorrow, Philippians 2:19-30
October 20, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 2:19–30
Life isn't always easy; difficult circumstances and trials can leave us feeling sorrowful. In Philippians 2:19-30, Pastor Michael Hughes shows us how Paul and Epaphroditus were able to overcome sadness with Joy from the Lord.
The Joy of Letting Go, Philippians 3:1-11
October 10, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 3:1–11
Sometimes in life we find ourselves holding onto things that are no longer helpful or beneficial to us. Sometimes we hold onto things because we think they give us identity. In Philippians 3:1-11 Pastor Michael Hughes explains that true freedom and joy is found not in holding onto thing, but often by letting them go.
Joyfully We Get Along, Philippians 4:1-9
December 8, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 4:1–9
Sometimes, it can be hard to get along with others, even other Christians. As Pastor Michael Hughes explains in Philippians 4:1-9, when we find ourselves at odds with another believer, we need to take our eyes off of them and focus on the Lord instead.
Joyful Generosity, Philippians 4:10-23
December 22, 2019 • Michael Hughes • Philippians 4:10–23
Would you be more generous if you had more money in your bank account? In Philippians 4:10-23, Pastor Michael Hughes explains that in Christ, we have unlimited resources. Therefore, we should be generous in every way by God's grace.