Bible Verse
I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity.
Philippians 4:10
This word appeared in the Book of Philippians 16 times
“joy” or “rejoice”
Asks Jesus to be this everyday and multiple times.
to be our master and to govern our life
reliable, accurate, not false
True
True, Noble, Right, Pure, Lovely, Admirable, Excellent, Praiseworthy
Thoughts to be joyful
Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice.
Philippians 4:4
Who wrote the book of Philippians?
Apostle
Believing God is in control. Everything and always. God has it own timing and planning for us. Give your sovereignty to God. Let God be your master.
In the Lord
Gentleness
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1 Peter 2:22 “He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.”
Jesus is Pure and True
Let your forbearance be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
Philippians 4:5
Where was Paul when he wrote the book?
Roman
Self is on the throne, interests are directed by self, resulting in discord, frustration
Self directed life
forbearance, considerateness, thoughtfulness, moderation, leniency, or graciousness.
Gentleness
Romans 5:7~8 “Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us”
Jesus is Noble and Admirable
In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Philippians 4:6
Which country is the ancient city Philippi located
Greece
Christ is on the throne, self is yielding to Christ. Interest are directed by Christ, resulting in harmony with God's plan
Christ centered life
worthy of praise from God’s point of view
Praiseworthy
Psalm 89:14 “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.”
Jesus is Right
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.
Philippians 4:8
Total chapters in the Book of Philippians
4
Come only from one's relationship with God.
True rejoicing
untainted, containing nothing inappropriate, free from blemish
pure
He healed the sick. (Matthew 14:14)
He raised the dead (John 11)
He loves children (Mark 10:13~16)
He served his disciples (John 13:4~5)
He died for everyone (John 3:16)
Jesus is Lovely