Philippians

O'Brien looks at the promises in Philippians 4 that can appear to promise too much. Passages include Philippians 4:6-7, 13, 19 1. Stop worrying and pray - seems too slick (4:6-7) 2. "I can do anything" seems unrealistic (4:13) 3. "Every need shall be met" seems too good to be true (4:19)

O'Brien speaks on Philippians 3:12-21. He looks at the issue of Paul as a model, and whether or not, by choosing himself as a model, Paul is being consistent with Christian humility. 1. Paul in his statement to the Corinthians says that he is very careful about his actions, not wanting to lead them into sin. He called them to be just as careful. Paul stresses that he also submits himself to Christ's example 2. Paul did not think that he had already reached perfection. 3. Paul quotes the example of Timothy and others, including them as other examples to imitate 4. Paul makes it clear that every congregation will have models, so ensure that you have the right ones.

O'Brien speaks on the last word of assurance in Philippians 4:19. He looks at it within the context of the Philippians financial gift. 1. The climax to the thankyou note 2. Paul's concerns for the Philippians 3. Paul's concluding words Originally delivered 2005-11-04

O'Brien looks at why we do not bring our needs to God in prayer. He looks at what we pray for and what it means for God to meet our needs. O'Brien explores the things that Paul desires for the Philippians, and thus prays for. He looks at how this is then applied to our prayer lives. Philippians 14:19 Originally delivered 1992-01-01

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