Today’s sermon is from Philippians 2:12-30. You can use the study as an aid to better understanding that passage!
1. Read Philippians 2:12-13. Note the similarities between 2:12 and 1:27. Paul was greatly concerned he wouldn’t be there to help them become mature in Christ. What kind of accountability do we have for one another? How is it my problem if someone else doesn’t mature? Paul says to work out your salvation with “fear and trembling”. What does that mean? How does fear/trembling go with verses likePhilippians 4:4? How does 2:1-4 explain Paul’s thoughts on working out your salvation? How does God work in us in this process?
2. Read Philippians 2:14-16. How does our complaining and arguing get in the way of our growth? Is this a real problem for Christians today? How so? The ancient Israelites grumbled frequently against Moses. Read Numbers 14:1-24. How did their grumbling affect their destiny? How does grumbling affect your faith (and the faith of those around you)? When we obey, without grumbling/argument, Paul says we’ll shine (Matthew 5:14-16; John 8:12). What do you think Paul means by “shine”? By “holding out the word of life”?
3. Read Philippians 2:17-18. Do you think Paul expected to see them again? (Maybe look over Philippians 1:21-24). How did Paul view his life?
4. Read Philippians 2:19-30. How did Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify Philippians 2:1-4? How can the church honor such people today?
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