Philippians – Week 1
May 18, 2024

Introduction Facts
Written Early In A.D. 63
Philippians Is One of Four Books Written In Prison
Ephesians, Colossians, and Philemon
Philippians – The First Church Established by Paul In Europe, then known as the province of Macedonia (Northern Greece)
Paul’s 1st Visit In Acts 16; 2nd Visit In Acts 18:22
Major Themes: “Joy” and “Rejoice” Used Sixteen Times

The Purpose: A Thank You Letter
Now you Philippians know also that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church shared with me concerning giving and receiving but you only. For even in Thessalonica you sent aid once and again for my necessities.
Philippians 4:15-16

Paul and Timothy, bondservants (Slave – Greek: “DOULOS”) of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 1:1-2

Saints

“Bishop” Greek “EPISKOPOS”
Means “Overseers”
See Acts 20:28

“Deacon”
(Greek: “DIAKONOS”)
“To Run On Errands”

I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine making request for you all with joy, for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now,
Philippians 1:3-5

Fellowship – Greek – KOINONIA means “partnership, i.e.
(literally) participation” (Strong’s Concordance)

Koinonia – Translated
“contribution” in Romans 15:26
“distribution” in 2 Corinthians 9:13
These Are Financial Terms

being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ; just as it is right for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart, inasmuch as both in my chains and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel, you all are partakers with me of grace. For God is my witness, how greatly I long for you all with the affection of Jesus Christ.
Philippians 1:6-8

And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment (Judgement With God’s Love- The Results – Verses 10-11),
Philippians 1:9

that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense till the day of Christ (The Second Coming of Christ), being filled with the fruits of righteousness which are by Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.
Philippians 1:10-11

But I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel, (Advancement of The Kingdom Over The Advancement of Self) so that it has become evident to the whole palace guard, and to all the rest, that my chains are in Christ; and most of the brethren in the Lord, having become confident by my chains, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. (Courage Always Inspires Courage)
Philippians 1:12-14

Some indeed preach Christ even from envy (Jealousy) and strife, and some also from goodwill: The former preach Christ from selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my chains; but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel. What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is preached; and in this I rejoice, yes, and will rejoice.
Philippians 1:15-18

It’s the Word That “Works,” Not The Messenger

For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance (Salvation – Greek word- “SOTERIA,” and this Greek word means “rescue or safety”) through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death.
Philippians 1:19-20

For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live on in the flesh, this will mean fruit from my labor; yet what I shall choose I cannot tell. For I am hard-pressed between the two, having a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better. Nevertheless to remain in the flesh is more needful for you.
Philippians 1:21-24

And being confident of this, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy of faith, that your rejoicing for me may be more abundant in Jesus Christ by my coming to you again.
Philippians 1:25-26

Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your affairs, that you stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel,
Philippians 1:27

and not in any way terrified by your adversaries (Unbelievers Who Persecute You For Your Faith and Lifestyle), which is to them a proof of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that from God.
Philippians 1:28

For to you it has been granted on behalf of Christ, not only to believe in Him, but also to suffer for His sake, having the same conflict which you saw in me and now hear is in me.
Philippians 1:29-30