Paul & the Church
Who was Paul writing to in his letter, and what city was their church located?
The church in Philippi (1:1)
How should believers treat one another to reflect Christ, according to Philippians 2:3–4?
→ Do nothing out of selfish ambition, but value others above yourself
What happens when believers imitate Christ’s humility and live in unity?
→ They shine like lights in the world (2:15)
Which chapters of Philippians are included in this lesson, and what main idea connects them?
→ Chapters 1–2, focusing on living like Christ in humility and unity
In Romans 5, what does it mean to be “justified by faith”?
→ We are declared right with God through faith, not works.
Paul wrote this letter while facing imprisonment. Where was he, and how might that have influenced his perspective?
In prison (1:12)
True or False: Humility causes division in the church.
False, it builds unity
The passage says we should “shine like lights.” What does that look like in everyday life?
→ Living with integrity, joy, and consistent godly behavior
What is the central theme of Paul’s teaching in these chapters?
→ Joy, humility, and unity as marks of Christlike living
In 1 Corinthians 12, Paul compared the church to something. What was it, and why?
→ A body, showing unity and diversity in Christ.
Despite being in prison, Paul had a certain attitude that encouraged others. What was it?
→ Full of joy and thankfulness (1:12–14)
Why does Paul stress humility and unity in the church?
→ To reflect Christ’s character and keep the church strong (2:5–8)
Name one way we can imitate Christ’s humility this week in our interactions at home, school, or co-op.
→ Serving, encouraging, helping, or valuing others
Who serves as the ultimate example for humility and service?
→ Jesus Christ
From Lesson 1 (Romans 1), what was Paul “not ashamed” of?
→ The gospel, because it is the power of God for salvation.
Paul urged the believers to take specific actions for the sake of the gospel. What three things did he encourage them to do?
→ Stand firm, strive together, live in unity (1:27)
What example of humility did Christ demonstrate for us, even to the point of death?
→ He humbled Himself, became a servant, and obeyed to the point of death on the cross (2:5–8)
How can believers reflect Christ in practical ways among peers?
→ By choosing humility over competition, encouraging others, and showing joy in trials
How does Paul describe the effect on the world when believers live united and humble?
→ They shine as lights, showing integrity and godly behavior (2:15)
In Ephesians 2, what were believers before Christ, and what did God do for them?
→ We were dead in sin, but God made us alive in Christ.
Who was the human author of this letter to the Philippians, and why is his perspective significant?
→ Paul, because he modeled joy and faithfulness in difficult circumstances (1:1)
What is the danger of selfish ambition among believers, and how does it affect unity?
→ It divides and destroys relationships and community (2:3–4)
According to this passage, what is the ultimate outcome for believers who live like Christ?
→ They bring glory to God, promote unity, and serve as a light in a dark world
Looking at the big picture, what do these chapters teach us about the life God calls us to live?
→ We are called to live with joy, humility, and unity, following Christ’s example, so that we shine His light to others
Across all lessons so far, what is one common truth about the Christian life that keeps coming up?
→ We live by faith in Christ, in unity with others, and with humility and love.