Partnership in the Gospel
October 25, 2020
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
- Who comes to mind that you give God thanks for? Why?
- Explain a time of positive personal transformation or ministry success that was followed by resistance.
- Do you consider yourself a partner in the Gospel? Explain.
- What is your personal take away from verse six in Philippians?