Outline—Philippians 1:27–30

1. Standards of citizenship (vv. 27, 28)
2. Cost of citizenship (vv. 29, 30)

Related Scripture

• John 8:44
• Ephesians 6

Other References

• Philip P. Bliss—Hold the Fort (for I Am Coming)

Take Home Points

• Don’t be afraid of the enemy, God will be there.
• We are called to be courageous.
• God’s word is worth standing firm. Stand fast in one mind and one spirit.

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Outline—Philippians 1:19–16

1. Source of Paul’s confidence (v. 19)
2. Earthbound desire (vv. 20, 21)
3. Balanced yhinking (vv. 22–24)
4. Heavenly longing doesn’t cloud the present task (vv. 25–26)

Take Home Points

• Put some effort into understanding Paul’s deep thought.
• How convinced are you of the effectiveness of others’ prayers for you?
• Do you depend on the Holy Spirit in your life?
• What does He supply for you today?
• What is the center for your decision making—yourself or Jesus Christ?
• How often do you choose for yourself withour letting God weigh-in first?

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Outline—Philippians 1:19–21

1. Confidence of God’s servant (v. 19)
2. Desire of God’s servant (vv. 20, 21)

Related Scripture

• Romans 8:18–21

Take Home Points

• Is your living today so much about Christ that dying will be even better because it is about Christ?
• If your life is distracted with the world, then you need to realize that you are immature in spiritual things.
• If you find yourself saying “I can’t wait to get to heaven and be released from these earthly things,” that is a sign of spiritual maturity.
• If you find yourself jealous of other saints, that is also an indicator of spiritual immaturity.

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Outline—Philippians 1:12–18

1. Issues being clarified (vv. 12, 13)
2. Rejoicing because others are emboldened in the faith (v. 14)
3. Rejoicing because Christ is being proclaimed (vv. 15–18

Related Scripture

• Romans 12
• 1 Corinthians 13

Take Home Points

• Our life’s goal should be to proclaim Christ.
• Sincerity:
  • Being truly converted—not wearing a mask
  • Your motives are disinterested in yourself and pure
  • Free from double-dealing and cunning
  • Expresses the real sentiment of your heart
  • You are faithful, true to your word
  • You are alsays what you profess to be

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Outline—Philippians 1:6–8

1. The animating partner (v. 6)
2. The responding partners (v. 7)
3. The primary partner (Paul) (v. 8)

Related Scripture

• Galations 3:3
• Romans 8:28–30

Other References

• Johnathan Edwards—Concerning Efficacious Grace

Take Home Points

• Look at this passage through Paul’s eyes.
• How significant is your partnership with the saints?

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Philippians 1:5, 6—Outline not available.

Related Scripture

• Ephesians 1:18–2:10
• Romans 10:9, 10
• John 3:16

Take Home Points

• Until we’re saved, we are not His child—we are His creation, but not His child.
• Whatever your circumstances in life, camp out in Ephesians 1:19.
• Have you trusted in God’s promise?

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