CPC Discussions: "A Sturdy Hope" - Philippians 1:3-11 (April 12, 2015)

Sunday, April 12, 2015

"A Sturdy Hope" - Philippians 1:3-11 (April 12, 2015)

1. Have someone read the passage aloud.
2. Why do our fears of what others think about us concern us so much?
3. In this passage, what are Paul's thoughts about the Philippians?
4. What are the different ways that Paul reflects his joy about them?
5. Why is it hard for us to not only celebrate others but to receive praise about us from others?
6. What are some practical ways that we can show love to one another?

Sermon Outline:
1. Paul thinks of them with joy
A. Joy in prayer
B. Joy in partnership
C. Joy in anticipation

2. Paul thinks of them with love

3. Paul thinks of them with hope

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Seven Tips For Staying On Track

1. Read through the Bible together with other people.

2. There will be some passages that you may not find interesting and / or difficult to read. Remember 2 Timothy 3:16-17 as you read these passages: "All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be equipped for every good work." Ask yourself why God spoke this particular passage, and how it is profitable to you.

3. Do the whole reading for each day, but look for a "best thought" for each day - something you can ponder the rest of the day, a verse to memorize, something memorable.

4. As you come the Word each morning, ask God to open your eyes to the wonders found in his word.

5. Let your prayers for others flow out of what you read. Pray and read Scripture. After you read a passage, pray that passage for yourself and for others.

6. Some readings will be long and some short. Take advantage of shorter passages by reading them carefully, reflecting, asking questions, praying for answers, engage.

7. Look for ways you can practically live out what you're reading. James 1:22, "But prove yourselves doers of the word, and not merely hearers who delude themselves."

*The above is taken from Stephen Witmer, http://thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/tgc/2010/12/29/two-year-bible-reading-plan/