Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right…(Philippians 4:8). “Right” is kind of like “True.” The world will tell you that it is subjective, that what is right for you may not be right for me. The … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble…(Philippians 4:8) Noble As in, “Worthy of or befitting nobility.” That’s just my definition. I don’t know if Mr. Webster would approve, but it works for me. You, Beloved, are nobility. Better than … Continue reading
Finally, brothers, whatever is true…(Philippians 4:8) “True for you” isn’t. Truth is not an opinion. It does not waver or shift with the fashion. It does not vary from situation to situation or person to person. We live in a … Continue reading
Yesterday’s conversation got me thinking about how I sometimes wish God were not so gentle with us, that he would just muscle his way past our sins and fears and worry and guilt–and will–and make us what he has called … Continue reading
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, and with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus … Continue reading
Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near (Philippians 4:5). Not wimpiness Not weakness Not wishy-washy-namby-pamby-milquetoastiness Gentleness To have great strength and choose to restrain it. To reach out a hand when you want to shake a … Continue reading
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! (Philippians 4:4) If you’re happy and you know it, clap your– Please. No Paul’s not talking about happy-clappy-fakey-smiley-insipid nonsense. Because sometimes life hurts. A lot If ever a man … Continue reading
I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you, loyal yokefellow, help these women who have contended at my side in the cause of the Gospel… (Philippians … Continue reading
I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord (Philippians 4:2-3). When believers argue and fight the lost mock and laugh and everyone loses. They will know we are Christians by our … Continue reading
Therefore, my brothers, you whom I long for, my joy and my crown, this is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear friends! (Philippians 4:1). Stand firm in your own power. Nope Stand firm in the glory of … Continue reading