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Philippians 4:8
- In Philippians 4:8 Paul exhorts us to develop a Christian thought life. His words should not be divorced from the context. Practicing verse 8 is essential if we want to develop and maintain healthy relationships (4:2-3, 5). A Christian thought life is also integral to a life of joy (4:4) and peace (4:6-7) in every situation.
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Jul 30, 2013 · In Philippians 4:8 Paul exhorts us to develop a Christian thought life. His words should not be divorced from the context. Practicing verse 8 is essential if we want to develop and maintain healthy relationships (4:2-3, 5).
Paul says that to die is “better by far.” We do a great disservice to the Scriptures, to the Christian life, and to ourselves when we seek to move future blessings into the present. Paul could look forward to death because the blessings which lie ahead, after death, are vastly greater than the blessings of this life, great as they are.
Oct 29, 2015 · But how do we go about changing the way we handle our thoughts? And, what does a godly thought life look like? Perhaps the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippian church provides us with a good answer. Here, we are given a lasting and practical approach1 to the thought-life of a Christian:
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Paul Describes Himself - Now I, Paul, urge you by the gentleness and graciousness of Christ—I who am meek [so they say] when with you face to face, but bold [outspoken and fearless] toward you when ...
Sep 17, 2024 · With the words, “I press on,” Paul declares, “I will never give up.” He knows the Christian journey is best understood as a marathon, not a sprint. As determined followers of Jesus, we too must persevere in faith to grow toward spiritual maturity (Colossians 2:6–7; Colossians 1:23; Hebrews 6:1; 10:36–38).
Feb 1, 2004 · · Does the thought of hardness draw you or repel you? · Can you mention any experience you have passed through in your Christian life which brought you into a new discovery of your union with the crucified, risen, and enthroned Lord?
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Jun 29, 2004 · Paul says his confident hope is that Christ will be exalted (1) with complete boldness (2) in his body (3) whether by life or death and that he further modifies the exalting of Christ with the words, even now as always.
