Partnership in the Gospel

October 25, 2020

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Key Scriptures

Key Points

  • The Church in Philippi was started with a converted businesswoman, a demon-possessed slave girl, and a jailer.
  • Wherever there is Gospel progress, there will always be resistance.
  • Paul’s letter to the Church was about 10 years after the account in Acts as he was under house arrest in Rome.
  • Paul shares his heart and his appreciation for the people in the body and for their partnership in the Gospel.
  • Paul declares that what God starts, He is faithful to complete.
  • We should remember Philippians 1:6 before we give up or judge ourselves or others.

Discussion Questions

  1. Who comes to mind that you give God thanks for? Why?
  2. Explain a time of positive personal transformation or ministry success that was followed by resistance.
  3. Do you consider yourself a partner in the Gospel? Explain.
  4. What is your personal take away from verse six in Philippians?