I. Intro
Big Idea: True confidence comes from reaching the end of ourselves.
II. The Same Things
A. The gospel protects. Philippians 3:1
B. Look past labels. Philippians 3:2
III. In the Flesh
A. Christianity is extreme. Philippians 3:3
B. Paul’s confidence was misplaced. Philippians 3:4-6
IV. Found in Him
A. Our gains are worth trading. Philippians 3:7
B. Nothing compares to gaining Christ. Philippians 3:8-9
V. Resurrection
A. Suffering in Christ is a gift. Philippians 3:10
B. God is working out a mystery of His grace. Philippians 3:11

​The Next Step
§ If you had to give an abbreviated version of Sunday’s message on Philippians 3:1-11, what would you make sure to focus on?
§ How can rejoicing in Christ be a safeguard to us?
§ Is there such thing as good pride? Explain.
§ Read Philippians 3:8. Why did Paul consider everything loss compared to gaining Christ?
§ Read Philippians 3:9-11. Why would participation in Christ’s suffering be something to aspire to?
§ How have you experienced new life in Christ lately?
§ What’s an attitude or believe you need to change with God’s help based on Philippians 3:1-11?

I. Intro
Big Idea: Looking to the interests of Christ leads to lasting honor.
II. Genuine
A. Joy resides in God’s work. 2 Corinthians 4:7; Philippians 2:19; 1 Timothy 4:12, 5:1-2; 2 Timothy 1:7
B. Disciples resemble their Master. Philippians 2:20
III. Interests
A. Christ’s interests are different. Philippians 2:21
B. Our work is relational. Philippians 2::22; 2 Timothy 1:5
IV. Messenger
A. Hope in Christ is certain. Psalm 37:4; Philippians 2:23-24
B. We can build each other up. Philippians 2:25
V. Great Joy
A. Share God’s concern for others. Philippians 2:26-27
B. Be willing to risk. Philippians 2::28-30

​The Next Step
§ Why do think Paul wrote about Timothy and Epaphroditus at this point in his letter?
§ Who’s someone you admire for his or her devotion to Christ’s interests?
§ Read the description Paul gives of Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:4-6. What were so things that made Timothy the man that he was in Christ?
§ Based on what we know of Epaphroditus in Philippians, why is Paul’s description him in Philippians 2:25 accurate?
§ How can challenging and encouraging men benefit the church?
§ What’s a risk you can take this week to further Christ’s kingdom?

I. Intro
Big Idea: Assurance of salvation leads to commitment to one another.
II. Purpose
A. Obedience is a symptom of salvation. Mark 3:29; Philippians 2:12; Hebrews 10:31
B. Our lives have meaning. Philippians 2:13
III. Pure
A. We can resist God’s purposes. Philippians 2:14; 2 Timothy 3:1-5
B. Purity reflects who God is to us. Philippians 2:15a
IV. Shine
A. Brilliance coincides with commitment to the Word. Philippians 2:15b-16a
B. Boast in God’s grace. Philippians 2:16b; 1 Thessalonians 2:19–20
V. Rejoice
​A. In Christ our relationships are never in vain. Philippians 2:17
B. Be glad. Philippians 2:18; Hebrews 12:1-2

The Next Step
§ What’s something from Sunday’s message you found challenging, encouraging, or confusing?
§ In what ways can fearing God be a good thing or a sign of our salvation?
§ Why doesn’t grumbling or complaining ever lead to maturity or joy?
§ Read Matthew 5:8. How can purity of heart lead to seeing God?
§ How have you seen God work in someone else’s life lately?
§ Where did Paul find, and say his friends in Philippi could find, joy?
§ What’s a specific way you can obey Christ this week? What’s something you sense He is calling you to do, or not do?

*Due to technical difficulties, there will be no video this week. 

I. Intro (Andy Salvatierra)
Big Idea: Life changing unity occurs through Christ-centered humility.
II. Being One
A. Believers share in one Spirit. Philippians 2:1
B. Remain in God’s love. John 15:5; Philippians 2:2
III. Mindset
A. We’re narcissists by nature. Philippians 2:3-4
B. Only God is worthy of glory. Philippians 2:5-6
IV. A Servant
A. Jesus constrained Himself to free us. Philippians 2:7
B. Jesus, who is all, gave all. Philippians 2:8
V. Exalted
A. Glorifying Christ restores. Philippians 2:9
B. God will be glorified. Philippians 2:10-11

​The Next Step
§ Why do you think Paul included Philippians 2:1-11 at this point in his letter?
§ How do you see the Father, Son and Holy Spirit serving each other in this passage?
§ What’s a reason your glad Christ is a servant?
§ How does Philippians 2:1-11 challenge us to live in count-cultural ways?
§ Read 2 Corinthians 3:18. Describe a time when glorifying God changed you.
§ How can remembering that in the end all knees will bow to Jesus encourage us in hard times?
§ What’s a specific way you can put someone else’s interests before your interests this week?


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Speaker: Ron Laeger, Mountain View Baptist Church – Centralia, WA
(Background: Acts 16:6-40)
MESSAGE OUTLINE:
The 3 – R’s of our passage:
Paul’s…
R – __________vss. 19-23
 
R – ___________vss. 27-28
 
R – ___________ vss. 29-30

Extra Credit Assignment – “Taking the Message Deeper”:
Check out the 3 Amazing Conversions in Philippi in Acts 16:11-34.

1. A business woman seeking God in a prayer meeting (Lydia) comes to faith in Christ and is baptized (Acts 16:11-15).  What preparation do you need to be ready to share Christ with those you come across in your travels of life? 
2. A slave girl demon-possessed telling fortunes for her masters.  (Acts 16-21).  Ever been confronted with evil and spoken boldly, confidently, and helpfully to assist a person see the glory of Christ and have a breakthrough in life with the gospel?  Pray for discernment to recognize sin’s sleazy

   3. A prison guard who hears Paul & Silas singing in his prison and becomes suicidal during an earthquake. Comes to faith in Christ – takes Paul & Silas home – his entire household is baptized!  (Acts 16:24-34)
What family, neighbor, co-worker, or group of friends are awaiting you to become faithfully courageous?  Is your singing an avenue for gospel opportunities. Do you think you could sing praises courageously to the Lord if you were imprisoned and in chains?  How do you think you would do under persecution for your relationship with Jesus?
What thoughts and emotions come to mind if you were pulled away from family and friends and it was just Jesus and you?  

​The Next Step
§ What’s something from Sunday’s message on Philippians 1:19-30 you found challenging, encouraging, or confusing?
§ Why is dying gain for followers of Christ?
§ Why was it important to Paul that he remain in the body? Why is it important for you at this time?
§ In what ways does unity in Christ help us overcome the enemy’s plans to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10)?
§ In what ways can our unity be a testimony about Christ?
§ How can suffering be a gift of God’s grace?
§ Who’s someone you can pray for or provide for to strengthen them in Christ?