Christians have a lifelong goal: To become like
Christ. This involves change, and change isn't always easy. But the more you know of God's
purposes for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan.
The LifeChange Series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness
through a life-changing encounter with God's Word. You'll benefit in these important
ways:
You'll gain a firm understanding of the book - its historical context, purpose, structure and
meaning;
You'll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working
through; and
You'll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own - so you can
keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths.
Philippians
Although in prison for proclaiming Jesus Christ, the Apostle Paul writes a joyful letter of
encouragement and challenge to his "partners in the gospel," the Christians at Philippi. Paul aims
to inspire his readers to persevere in the work of Christ, and he tells them how to find peace and
contentment in a perilous world. We, too, can discover the secret of Paul's joy and experience
his triumphant confidence in Christ.
Contents:
Background-Paul and Philippi/Map of the Roman
Empire
Timeline of Paul's Ministry
1. Overview
2. A Prayer for Partners (1:1-11)
3. The Important Thing (1:12-26)
4. Worthy Conduct (1:27-2:4)
5. The Attitude of Christ (2:5-11)
6. Working it Out (2:12-16)
7. Co-workers (2:17-30)
8. Profit and Loss (3:1-11)
9. Citizens of Heaven (3:12-4:1)
10. The Peace of God (4:2-23)
11. Review
Going on in Philippians
Study Aids