The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy. The unanimous testimony of the early church was that the apostle paul wrote philippines. This book should be viewed as pastoral instruction. Commentary for philippians 1 the philippians felt a very deep interest for the apostle. What things were gain to me, those i counted loss for christ. The bond between paul and the church at philippi was peculiarly close. And a potential danger lies in their enemies, thus occasioning the caution of 3. Joy in all circumstances, even suffering philippians 1. I can do all things through christ which strengthens me. Philippians 14 niv paul and timothy, servants of christ.
Philippians 1 niv bible paul and timothy, servants of. Philippians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. But the portrait of jesus christ as a humble servant. Philippians 1 kaufmann kohler states in the jewish encyclopedia that no language has as many words for joy and rejoicing as does hebrew. I ran out of time so well go back and pick that verse up. Previous index next the epistle to the philippians chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to appreciate why the philippians were a source of great joy to paul 2 to learn from pauls attitude concerning persecution, death, and the purpose of life summary paul begins his epistle with his customary salutation followed by an expression of thanksgiving and prayer. Paul prays for the church to grow in knowledge and depth of insight so we will be filled with the fruit of righteousness. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the new testament of the christian bible. Jun 20, 2017 summary of philippians in nine steps philippians 14. Philippi was the first town in macedonia where paul established a church. There are no great divisions in the book as there are in romans, the corinthian epistles, galatians and ephesians. His goal is to help you not only see what he sees, but where he. He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of christ jesus philippians 1. Introduction, background, and outline to philippians.
You will hear john pipers voice and watch his pen underline, circle, make connections, and scribble notes all to help you learn to read gods word for yourself. It had been founded by himself, as is narrated at unusual length in the book of acts. Philippians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The privilege of suffering for christ philippians 1. They helped him complete his initial mission to preach the gospel acts 16, and they have been involved with paul in the defense and confirmation of the gospel 1. It is evident that paul wrote the letter from prison see 1.
Their only flaw is an apparent lack of complete harmony among some of their members. Pauls prayer for the philippians was about their love shown in the gift of financial support to him. With the help of some animated friends, phil unpacks what it means to live with joy both in times of happiness and in times of sadness. The epistle is attributed to paul the apostle and a coauthor named timothy, and is addressed to the christian church in philippi. Oct 16, 2018 joyce meyer 2019 philippians bible study part 1 duration. Look at the book is a new online method of teaching the bible. The apostle offers up thanksgivings and prayers, for the good work of grace in the philippians. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons. Nothing in the letter would have motivated a forger to write it. Joyce meyer 2019 philippians bible study part 1 duration.
Therefore god has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that jesus christ is lord, to the glory of god. The many personal references of the author fit what we know of paul from other nt books. The display of the beauty of the gospel, the supreme worth of christ, and the glory of god. In the ot hebrew roots, found in 27 different words, are used primarily for some aspect of joy or joyful participation in religious worship. Philippians 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Philippians derives its name from the greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located.
Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ. Watch our overview video on the book of philippians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its. Philippians 1 new international version niv biblica. It was at philippi, which the apostle visited on his second. Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ jesus. Previous index next the epistle to the philippians chapter one objectives in studying this chapter 1 to appreciate why the philippians were a source of great joy to paul 2 to learn from pauls attitude concerning persecution, death, and the purpose of life summary paul begins his epistle with his customary salutation followed by an expression of thanksgiving. Paul and timothy, the servants of jesus christ, to all the saints in christ jesus which are at philippi, with the bishops and deacons. This fourth installment in the rightnowexclusive series packs tons of good.
Rather, the book is an exhortation to christian living, stressing unity through love 1. The epistle to philippians was written by paul during the two years when he was in bonds in rome philippians 1. The apostle paul, joined in his salutation by timothy. Knowing jesus is a deeply personal and transformative encounter. Through the bible with les feldick lesson 2 part 2 book 39 philippians 1. They are faithful followers of christ who are experiencing the gospel 1.
The book of philippians shows how living as a christian means seeing your own story as a living expression of jesus story. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. Philippians 1, king james version kjv the bible app. Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ bible. The book of philippians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. The book of philippians shows christians how to live jesus. Paul says the philippians are his partners in the gospel. Pauls use of the word here indicates that he is referring to the troops who served as the emperors bodyguard, and evidently were also entrusted with the custody of prisoners who had come to rome on appeal. Summary of philippians in nine steps philippians 14. But the question remains as to what imprisonment is being referred to.
Now were going to get right back into where we left off in the last lesson. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early church fathers such as polycarp and. If the journeys described in philippians can be fitted in the two year imprisonment 9 there is evidence that 1 there was a palace guard in rome phil 1. Paul also concerned over the philippians persecution 1. The epistle to the philippians, one of paul s prison epistles, was written in rome. Philippians 1 commentary the bible study new testament. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook.
Phil vischer, founder of jellyfish labs and cocreator of the acclaimed veggietales, dives into the book of philippians to answer the question, where does joy come from. Philippians 1 new king james version nkjv greeting. Articles sermons topics books podcasts features about donate. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. Paul and silas first visited philippi in greece during pauls second missionary journey, which occurred between. Paul prayed for the philippians and he did so with joy. The book of philippians is a powerful letter of encouragement. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. The philippians were extremely giving towards paul, both when he was with them acts 16. This book is known as one of pauls prison epistles colossians, ephesians, philemon, and philippians. The main themes that run through philippians are imitating christs example and rejoicing in every.
Note the the leader helps are meant to help you understand the direction of the questions. Therefore god has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that. Philippians 1 commentary, this commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, takes one through the new testament verse by verse. It was written to show his appreciation and love to the philippians in a thankyou letter for their. The fellowship we experience with other christians comes by gods grace and produces joy and love. They key personalities are the apostle paul, timothy, epaphroditus, euodia, and syntyche. Book of philippians is a letter from paul and timothy. Philippians 1 nkjv greeting paul and timothy, bible. For years, they have participated in the apostles ministry, and he prays for their continued growth in the real knowledge of christ. The philippians had sent epaphroditus, their messenger, with contributions to meet the necessities of the apostle. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. It is, however, obvious on a casual reading of philippians that paul is in prison 1.