Tag: philippians
Being Convinced of God's Power Should Mean Confident Prayers
I recently published an article urging Christians to pray with an open Bible, “employing the Spirit-inspired words of God’s people and theology to breathe new life into our praises, petitions,...
"Should I Even Pray About That?" C. S. Lewis Answers
The Lord’s Prayer opens with that quite peculiar request—”hallowed be your name” (Matthew 6:9); and two lines later has us praying “your will be done” (Matthew 6:10). Taken together, it...
You'll Never Live a Life Worthy of the Gospel
In Philippians 1:27 Paul exhorts Christians to live in a manner worthy of the gospel. Following that he fills out the picture of such a life. It is marked by...
A Peace That Defies The Protests
As hail crashed against the windows of my home on Monday night I wondered for a moment if we might be living through the catastrophic events outlined in Revelation. Millions...
Philippians 3:12-14 Devotional
Philippians 3:12-14. Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus...
Philippians 3:8-11 Devotional
Philippians 3:8-11. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I...
Philippians 3:7-8 Devotional
Philippians 3:7-8. But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing...
Philippians 3:3-6 Devotional
Philippians 3:3-6. For it is we who are the circumcision, we who serve God by his Spirit, who boast in Christ Jesus, and who put no confidence in the flesh—...
Philippians 3:1-2 Devotional
Philippians 3:1-2. Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard...
Philippians 2:25-30 Devotional
Philippians 2:25-30. But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, co-worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take...
Philippians 2:19-24 Devotional
Philippians 2:19-24. I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. 20 I have no...
Philippians 2:17-18 Devotional
Philippians 2:17-18. But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all...
Philippians 2:14-16 Devotional
Philippians 2:14-16. Do everything without grumbling or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you...
Philippians 2:12-13 Devotional
Philippians 2:12-13. Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and...
Philippians 2:9-11 Devotional
Philippians 2:9-11. Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name,10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,...
Philippians 1:27-30 Devotional
Philippians 1:27-30. Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence,...
Philippians 1:25-26 Devotional
Philippians 1:25-26. Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, 26 so that...
Philippians 1:21-24 Devotional
Philippians 1:21-24. For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labour...
Philippians 1:18-21 Devotional
Philippians 1:18-21. Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, 19 for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to...
Philippians 1:15-18 Devotional
Philippians 1:15-18. It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. 16 The latter do so out of love, knowing that I...
Philippians 1:12-14 Devotional
Philippians 1:12-14. Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has...
Philippians 1:9-11 Devotional
Philippians 1:9-11. And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what...
Philippians 1:7-8 Devotional
Philippians 1:7-8. It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart and, whether I am in chains or defending...
