May 7, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 4:10–20
Dr. Crane shows how Paul had learned to be content in any circumstances, and yet was especially pleased to receive the offering the Philippians had taken for him, knowing that while it benefited him, it would also benefit them in their relationship with God.
"Can't We Just Get Along?"
April 30, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 4:2–9
Dr. Crane challenges us to put aside differences for the cause of Christ, to seek peace with others through rejoicing, being reasonable, being alert to God's presence, avoiding anxiety, praying about everything, and thinking and practicing excellent things.
Following Christ
April 23, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 3:17–21, Philippians 4:1
Dr. Crane challenges us to follow the examples of Christ, and those who follow him, avoiding the examples of the enemies of the cross of Christ, instead living as citizens of heaven, while we await our transformation to become like Jesus.
Straining Upward
April 16, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 3:12–16
Dr. Crane reminds us that even the Apostle Paul did not think he had arrived, but was continuing to press onward toward knowing Jesus, and living up to what Jesus had done for him.
That I May Know
April 9, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 3:10–11
Misplaced Confidence
April 2, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 3:1–9
Dr. Crane challenges us to be sure we are putting our confidence in Jesus and what he has accomplished for us, rather than putting our confidence in our own achievements.
Life Illustrated
March 26, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 2:17–30
Dr. Crane uses the lives of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus to illustrate the characteristics of true servants of Jesus.
Stop Complaining
March 12, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 2:14–16
Dr. Crane reminds us of Paul's admonition to remove all grumbling and disputing from our lives, in order to become blameless and innocent, especially in comparison with the crooked world in which we live.
Work Out Your Salvation
March 5, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 2:12–13
Dr. Crane talks about the part that God plays in our salvation, and the part we play in responding to what He does in us and through us.
The Ultimate Example
February 26, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 2:5–11
Dr. Crane reminds us of the glory of Christ: How he was equal with God, yet emptied himself and was obedient, dying on our behalf. God therefore exalted him to a place where everyone will one day honor his name.
Standing Together
February 12, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 1:27—2:4
Dr. Crane talks about the importance of unity among Christians, as they face the trials and suffering of life, and how that unity witnesses to fellow believers and to the world at large.
Torn
February 5, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 1:18–26
Dr. Crane shares on Paul's thoughts about whether it was better for him to die and be with Jesus, or to remain on earth to continue to serve Jesus in his situation.
The Opportunities of Obstacles
January 29, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 1:12–18
Dr. Crane reflects on how Paul's imprisonment actually helped to advance the gospel by giving him opportunities to proclaim the gospel, strengthen others, and accept his critics.
This Is My Prayer
January 22, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 1:9–11
Dr. Crane shares Paul's prayer for the Philippians that their love would grow, so that they would do what was best, so that they would become pure and blameless, so that God would be praise and glorified.
I Thank God for You
January 15, 2023 • Dr. Steve Crane • Philippians 1:3–8
Dr. Crane shows how thankful Paul was for his partnership with the Philippians. He is thankful for what they did for him in the past, for their present partnership in the present, and his hope for what Jesus will do in their lives in the future.
