Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6–7 Do you realize that God has a […]

But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior. Philippians 3:20 If you and I are ever going to get involved in sharing the joys of knowing and walking with Christ, we must come to terms with the fact that […]

I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. Yes, everything is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ and […]

Whatever happens, my dear brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. I never get tired of telling you these things, and I do it to safeguard your faith. Philippians 3:1 All this leads me to a terribly important subject I have been wanting to address. I’m unable to restrain myself any longer . . . […]

Indeed, if others have reason for confidence in their own efforts, I have even more! Philippians 3:4 The problem is that human achievement results in earthly rewards, which fuels the fire for more achievement leading to greater rewards. “Problem . . . what problem?” you may ask. This: None of that results in deep-down satisfaction, […]

Meanwhile, I thought I should send Epaphroditus back to you. He is a true brother, co-worker, and fellow soldier. And he was your messenger to help me in my need. I am sending him because he has been longing to see you . . . . Welcome him in the Lord’s love and with great […]

All the others care only for themselves and not for what matters to Jesus Christ. Philippians 2:21 Since none of us is a whole, independent, self-sufficient, super-capable, all-powerful hotshot, let’s quit acting like we are. Life’s lonely enough without our playing that silly role. The game’s over. Let’s link up! People are important to each […]

Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stay true to the Lord. I love you and long to see you, dear friends, for you are my joy and the crown I receive for my work. Philippians 4:1 Old habits are terribly hard to break. As soon as you attempt to bring some necessary balance into your […]