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In one of the most well-known passages from Paul on prayer, Philippians 4:6-7, we read these words: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Every time …
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This is my final post in a series on Paul's letter to the Philippians. As he concludes his letter to the Philippians, Paul offers some final 'secrets' to living well for God. The first is to "rejoice in the Lord always" (4:4). This echoes Paul's theme of thankfulness from chapter one, that there is a …
There are two imperative verbs which frame Philippians 4:4-9. The first is found in verse 4 and the second is found in verse 8. Look at that first imperative verb with me: “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Paul is telling us something important: joy is a decision. Joy is not …
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