Date: 17 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 2:1-4
How can you tell if someone has humility or whether they are just putting on an act? How does Paul define humility here? Notice the four “ifs” which denote blessings in Christ, followed by “then” which indicates responsibilities. Are these qualities present in our church?
Date: 16 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 1:27-30
Why are these attitudes or actions important especially during times of suffering or persecution?
Date: 15 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 1:27–2:11
What does it mean to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the Gospel (v27-30)?
Date: 13 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 1:25
Paul is a very “other-centred” pastor – he anticipates continuing “with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith”. What further advice does he give to the Philippians about faithfulness whether he is with them or not? (1:27-28a)
Date: 12 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 1:19-24
Philippians 1:19-24 reveal a tension in Paul’s thinking about living and dying. What are the two options and what are the implications of each option? Are you similarly inclined?
Date: 11 Apr 2013
Passage: Philippians 1:15-18
Paul refers to two groups — compare the motives of each. How can we discern a Church’s/ Christian organisation’s motivation today?