5 - Citizens of Redemption
The Book of Philippians
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12m
There are three pivotal moments in a person’s life: the moment you’re born, the moment you figure out why you were born, and the moment you allow God to redeem your past. Paul is no stranger to disappointment and pain— ten years in prison! But God used every moment to further the Gospel.
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6 - Citizens of Glory
In Philippians 2, Paul says this, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition.” Selfish ambition, in the NKJV version, translates to “vain glory”, or “empty glory.” The remedy for “empty glory” is simple: humility. Humility is ‘others’ focused. Humility, in the Kingdom of God, is what attracts Heaven.
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7 - Citizens of Humility
To answer the question, ‘what would Jesus do?,’ we must first consider what He’s already done. In a world that reveres power, wealth, and talent, Jesus lowered himself. He became a servant. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul encourages his audience to put on a mindset of servanthood.
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8 - Citizens of Ministry
In Philippians, Paul refers to two men who are incredibly important to him: Timothy and Epaphroditus. They are his examples of people who live as citizens of Heaven. Who are the people in your own life who treat you in a way that opens your eyes to Heaven? Is there anyone who would say the same t...
