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Rejoicing in Christ (Philippians 4:1-9)
Paul Davies, 21 June 2015
Part of the Philippians series, Sunday Morning service
In this passage Paul gives the instruction to “stand firm” (4:1). How are they to do this? By being united (4:2-3), by rejoicing in the Lord (4:4-7) and by right thinking (4:8-9). This is the example we should follow.
| Earlier: | Same day: | Later: |
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| « Hezekiah | “All that I am” Mary, the Lord's Servant | Content in Christ » |
Philippians 4:1–9 (Listen)
4:1 Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved.
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.
4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
(ESV)