PPT-Philippians 4:1-9 (ESV) Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, st

2  I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord  3  Yes I ask you also true companion help these women who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers whose names are in the book of life. Joyful Living: Part 11. Philippians 4:1-9 (NIV) . 1 Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends! . 2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. . Philippians 2:1 - 11 Philippians 2:1 - 2 Philippians 2:3 - 4 4 Characteristics in Jesus actions that we are called to duplicate for others! 1) Have the “disposition” found in Jesus 2) Se 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.”. Philippians 2.16-30. 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 . 1 Corinthians 8. Paul’s foundational point. The measure of Christian maturity is not how much we know but how well we love. . Area Number 1: Knowledge. “Puffs” up vs. Builds up. 1 Corinthians . PHILIPPIANS 2. Love in Action. God is love . 1 John 4:8. If we don’t love, then we don’t know God . Since God loved us, the right response is to . love others . (not just God) . v.11. God . showed . Philippians 1:9-24. Last Time. For . God is my witness, how I long for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus. . Philippians . 1:8 . Paul is here. But his burden lies here. Last Time. I . thank my . 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, . 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. . 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 . Speaker: Bruce F. Sloan. Evangelism & Church Health Catalyst. Northwest Baptist Convention – Region 4. Vancouver, Washington. LIFE’S SEVEN DISTRACTIONS. PLEASURE . PRIDE. PROCRASTINATION. PEOPLE. Cambridge Chimes. Welcome and Announcements. Greeting Each . Other . Ringing of the Bell. Prelude. Tune from “Chorale Melodies with Figured Bass” . ~J.S. Bach. . Lighting of the candles. Introduction:.