Philippians 4:2–9 (NKJV) 2 I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. 3 And I urge you also, true companion, help these women who labored with me in the gospel, with Clement also, and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life.4 Rejoice in … Continue reading Act Right and Think Right
Stand Fast in Hope
Philippians 3:17–4:1 (NKJV) 17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern. 18 For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ: 19 whose end is destruction, whose god is … Continue reading Stand Fast in Hope
Pressing Toward the Goal
Philippians 3:12–16 (NKJV) 12 Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and … Continue reading Pressing Toward the Goal
When Gain = Loss
Philippians 3:1–11 (NKJV) 1 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. For me to write the same things to you is not tedious, but for you it is safe.2 Beware of dogs, beware of evil workers, beware of the mutilation! 3 For we are the circumcision, who worship God in the Spirit, rejoice in Christ Jesus, and … Continue reading When Gain = Loss
Reclaiming Our Dream, Pt. 2 (Con’t.)
Sunday, October 11, 10:30 AM Service Our Shared Dream (Part Two of the Kannapolis Church of God Dream Statement)... Our joyful worship, fervent prayer and diligence in reading and studying Scripture are central to our experience. We are committed to continual spiritual growth in ourselves and in one another, and exercise our God-given spiritual gifts … Continue reading Reclaiming Our Dream, Pt. 2 (Con’t.)
Care About Your Epaphroditus
Philippians 2:25–30 (NKJV) 25 Yet I considered it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, but your messenger and the one who ministered to my need; 26 since he was longing for you all, and was distressed because you had heard that he was sick. 27 For indeed he was sick almost … Continue reading Care About Your Epaphroditus
Work It Out
Philippians 2:12–24 (NKJV) 12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; 13 for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.14 Do all things without complaining … Continue reading Work It Out
The Results of Divine Servitude
Philippians 2:5–11 (NKJV) 5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in … Continue reading The Results of Divine Servitude
Conduct & Consolation
Philippians 1:27–2:4 (NKJV) 27 Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your affairs, that you stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel, 28 and not in any way terrified … Continue reading Conduct & Consolation
Live or Die? Finish!
Philippians 1:19–26 (NKJV) 19 For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my … Continue reading Live or Die? Finish!