PPT-The Character of Christ Philippians 2:1-11

Bethel Community Church Rev Bradley S Belcher Senior Pastor Fulfilled The Character of Christ Fulfilled The Character of Christ Fulfilled Philippians 2 111 So if there is any encouragement in Christ any comfort from love any participation in the Spirit any affection and sympathy 2 complete my joy by being of the same mind having the same love being in full accord and of one mind 3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit but in humility count others more significant than yourselves 4 Let each of you look not only to his own interests but also to the interests of . how do you deal with difficult circumstances?. how do you handle opposition?. how do you respond to injustice?. “The key to understanding our security in Christ is learning to relate to the eternal rather than the temporal.”. Summer 2015. Lesson 1. Philippians – Background. Writer. : Paul. When/Where. : Most probably during Paul’s first imprisonment at Rome (AD 60-62). Phil 1:13 – “Imperial guard”. Phil 4:22 -- “saints… of Caesar’s household”. Philippians 1:1-2: . “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” . “Rejoice in the Lord.”. What are some specific things about . God . that you are GLAD about?. “This is the day the Lord has made. I will. rejoice and be glad in it.”. . What are some specific things about . 1:18a. But . what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice.. Philippians . 1:18b-20. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, . 3 . For we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God and glory in Christ Jesus and put no confidence in the flesh— . 4 . though I myself have reason for confidence in the flesh also. If anyone else thinks he has reason for confidence in the flesh, I have more:. 6 . Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. . 7 . And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus….  . I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.. 11 . I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. . ..  I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. . 1. I can’t sustain joy without learning to be . content. . in my circumstances.. Philippians . The Christ Hymn. Covers the entire story of Jesus Christ. From leaving heaven. Becoming a man. Being obedient even to death on a cross. Returning to the Father. Being given the highest place of honor. Give yourself away. Philippians 2.16-30. Join . in imitating me, and keep your eyes . on . those who walk according to the example . you . have in us. . . -Phil . 3.17. What . you have learned and received and . Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus. ,. To . all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the . overseers and.  deacons. : . 2.  . Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION. PHILIPPIANS ONE:. CHRIST IS OUR. . LIFE. .. PHILIPPIANS ONE:. CHRIST IS OUR. . LIFE. .. Key Verse:. . “For me to . LIVE. is . CHRIST. .” . (1:21). Colossians 3. 3. For ye are dead, and . Philippians . 4:8-9. 8 . Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you..