BIG IDEA: Finish well. * Paul’s four pointers for finishing well: An exhortation about how to think. Two commands about who to follow. A warning about who to avoid. A…
BIG IDEA: “Wisdom from God gives us proper perspective on our circumstances.” 1. Our perspective on life's circumstances and trials will transform when we seek wisdom from God. 2. With…
BIG IDEA: Pursue the final prize of salvation in its fullness— knowing Christ in the glorified state. *Three parts of presently pursuing that final prize: Forget what lies behind. (v.13a)…
BIG IDEA: Anything other than Christ alone as the grounds for acceptance by God = another gospel. *6 safeguards against getting sidetracked by another gospel: Rejoice in the Lord. (v.1)…
BIG IDEA: Anything other than Christ alone as the grounds for acceptance by God = another gospel. *6 safeguards against getting sidetracked by another gospel: Rejoice in the Lord. (v.1)…
BIG IDEA: The greatest honor among the people of God should be shown to the greatest servants among the people of God. *Christ’s greatest servants are… Christ’s greatest servants are…
BIG IDEA: If we ask, God will generously provide the wisdom we need to consider it all joy when we encounter trials. 5 key points: We must ask God for…
The Big Idea: Be ready!
BIG IDEA: We’re to serve the God of the impossible, whether He does the impossible thing we want or not. But whether He does the impossible thing or not, He…