November 3, 2024
Teacher: paul mermilliod
Philippians 4:2-9
I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. [3] Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life. [4] Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. [5] Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; [6] do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. [8] Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. [9] What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
BIG TRUTH:
JESUS FOLLOWERS LIVE WITH THE PEACE OF GOD
Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:9
… and the God of peace will be with you.
Big Idea:
Peace is found in God alone.
Philippians 4:9
… and the God of peace will be with you.
Realities:
- Peace is not found in a change of activity.
- Peace is not found in a change of circumstances.
- Peace is not found in a change of perspective.
Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,
John 16:33
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
Big Idea:
We have peace with God through Jesus.
Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Ephesians 2:13-14, 17
But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he himself is our peace… And he came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near.
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Big Idea:
We grow in peace as we pursue others.
- We are to pursue peace among God’s family. (4:2-3)
- We are to embody peace among all people. (4:5)
Matthew 5:9
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
Romans 14:19
So then let us pursue what makes for peace and for mutual upbuilding.
Ephesians 4:32
Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.
Hebrews 12:14
Strive for peace with everyone…
Philippians 2:14-15
Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world,
Big Idea:
We grow in peace as we center our lives on Jesus.
- “Rejoicing always” produces peace. (4:4)
- Putting anxiety to death produces peace. (4:6a)
- The pursuit of prayer produces peace. (4:6-7)
- Growth in godliness produces peace. (4:8-9)
Philippians 1:18-20
I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice, [19] for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, [20] as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at all ashamed, but that with full courage now as always Christ will be honored in my body, whether by life or by death.
Philippians 3:1
Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord.
Philippians 1:6
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.
Colossians 3:15
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly…
Matthew 6:30-33
But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? [31] Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ [32] For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. [33] But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
Philippians 2:12-13
Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
Colossians 3:2-3
Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God.
1 Peter 1:13
Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
2 Thessalonians 3:16
Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all.
Talk About It
- In what ways is your mind set on earthly things rather than a salvation that lies ahead?
- How do we stand firm and rejoice in Christ today?