In his first command to the Philippians, Paul calls the church to conduct themselves as worthy citizens of the gospel: united, unafraid, and expecting that suffering is part of the journey. Grounded in all they have already received in Christ, the congregation is challenged to live counter-culturally, putting others first in humility rather than seeking status or self-promotion.
| Bulletin for June 21, 2026 |
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Facing an uncertain future in prison, Paul models what it looks like to trust God when you don’t know how things will turn out. This sermon explores the tension Paul holds between his own desires and God’s purposes, calling the congregation to pla...
Paul writes from prison not with bitterness but with joy, because his chains have only served to advance the gospel. This sermon explores how God uses our most difficult circumstances as conductors of his power, and calls us to the same gospel-cen...
Paul’s opening to the Philippians is a letter of deep affection and confidence, not in circumstances, but in the God who finishes what he begins. This sermon launches our summer series through Philippians by grounding us in partnership, joy, and P...
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