Partners in Joy
Philippians • Sermon • Submitted
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· 2 viewsPaul is writing to the Philippian Church to show them that true joy come in a living and vibrant communion with Christ. (Merida, CCE, 4)
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1. Context
1. Context
Who is writing?
Paul. He is writing from Rome in prison.
Who is the Letter to?
The church in Philippi
Why does he write this letter?
To remind Christians that joy isn't from comfort, rather, joy comes from communion with Christ.
He offers the church grace and peace, Why?
Paul has been shown grace
Timothy has been shown grace
The church has been shown grace (Acts 16)
2. The Gospel brings fellowship(1-5)
2. The Gospel brings fellowship(1-5)
Fellowship with others (saints)
Fellowship with elders and deacons
fellowship with joy
The gospel unites
3. The Gospel brings assurance(6-8)
3. The Gospel brings assurance(6-8)
God controls salvation until salvation is realized
Assurance is based upon grace
Assurance brings affection to one another
4. The Gospel brings sanctification (9-11)
4. The Gospel brings sanctification (9-11)
Growth in love
Growth in knowledge and discernment
Growth in holiness
Growth in Christ
Growth in glory and praise to God