Philippians 3:1-4:1 | Persisting in life - Mike Flynn (14th July 2024)
Philippians 3.1-4.1 | Persisting in life
Our political lives are shoe-horned into a debate between conservative and progressive values and we, individually, are often defined as belonging at a point along a spectrum between the two political extremes. Paul, in his letter to the Philippians, makes a claim for a third way, the way of grace. He says we need someone … Continue reading Philippians 3.1-4.1 | Persisting in life
Philippians 1.1-11 | The goal of living
Paul’s much loved letter to the Philippians has similarities with our contemporary mission letters. Paul writes from a Roman prison to thank them for their prayers and practical support while updating them on his life and mission. But that is where the similarity ends. Paul the apostle pours out his joy and thanks to God for the success and growth of this first church … Continue reading Philippians 1.1-11 | The goal of living
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