It was written to show his appreciation and love to the philippians in a thankyou letter for their. Paul used the word engus with this particular ambiguity in mind. Why i dont want to read leviticus but should anyway dawn wilson. Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions chi alpha new orleans 2008 discussion 1. You were indeed concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. The book of philippians in six discussions chi alpha. Background to the book of philippians first century philippi in pauls time philippi was an important city in the roman province of macedonia. Check out this commentary, summary and key verses from the book of philiipians. Paul, timothy, and epaphroditus are the major personalities in the book of philippians. Powerpoint backgrounds featuring scripture from the book of philippians. Summarize what the bible says about philippi the city or the church outside the book of philippians.
The book of philippians 1 background to the book of philippians first century philippi in pauls time philippi was an important city in the roman province of macedonia. Summary of the book of philippians story of the bible. It was located on a fertile plain in the highlands about ten miles northwest of the port city neapolis. Philippians introduction author, background, interpretative challenges, outline john macarthur same notes as macarthur study bible. Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ bible. Philippians derives its name from the greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located. With christ as your model of humility and service, you can enjoy a. They key personalities are the apostle paul, timothy, epaphroditus, euodia, and syntyche.
Philippians introduction background from the book of acts. Philippians appears in the oldest extant lists of nt writingsthe muratorian canon later second century and the special canon of marcion d. Having finished the overview, we know a few things about pauls situation, including that he is in prison and even some brothers have turned against him. Philippians is one of pauls four prison epistles phl 1. But the portrait of jesus christ as a humble servant. Paul sent the other three prison epistlesephesians, colossians, and philemonby the hand of tychicus, as their destinations were near one another. What is your favorite bible verse from the book of philippians. Nick is a resident at rocky creek, and he will be composing several posts in the coming months that will help us better understand gods word. It is evident that paul wrote the letter from prison see 1. The epistle is attributed to paul the apostle and a coauthor named timothy, and is addressed to the christian church in philippi. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook.
He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of christ jesus philippians 1. These general thoughts, or seeds, for each sermon were developed as a team, then each preacher had freedom to structure and present the sermon in a way that fit his own style and the spirits leading. But, even more importantly, the lord is coming soon. The book of philippians shows christians how to live jesus. A map of philippi and surrounding regions the city of philippi and the origin of the church there the city of philippi, as one can see from the map, is located in north eastern greece macedonia. The apostle paul, joined in his salutation by timothy. Visit s introduction, background, and outline of philippians for more information about the background information on paul and the church in philippi. Philippians 4 new international version niv closing appeal for steadfastness and unity. There are many reasons for this, not least of which is that this is the happiest letter the apostle paul ever wrote. Many of the philippians were retired military men who had been given land in the vicinity and who in turn served as a military presence in this frontier city. Introduction to the book of philippians clover sites.
By all accounts this is one of the most beloved books in the new testament. Over the next four fridays we are going to be studying the book of philippians together. Joyful living philippians sermon series keep believing. Philippians is one of pauls shortest letters and one of the smallest books in the new testament but there are such powerful teachings in this little dynamo. Discover the basics of the book of philippians with the esv study bible from crossway. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the. The book of philippians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Pauls authorship of this letter is also supported by the testimony of early church fathers such as polycarp and irenaeus. The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy. The authorship of the book, then, according to most scholars is fairly certain. No doubt this was the background for paul s reference to the believers heavenly citizenship 3.
The city was founded by phillip ii, the father of alexander the great. The most natural understanding of the references to the praetorian guard 1. Nine of these book are letters to local churches like the one in philippi. Watch our overview video on the book of philippians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. The book of philippians has many recurring themes through out the book. Paul visted the philippians again on his third missionary journey acts 20. Intro to philippians biblica the international bible society. The city was already ancient by the time paul arrived there around 49 ce acts 16. We love to read philippians and we love to study it and to memorize it.
Make a list of bible passages outside the book of philippians that refer to the city or church at philippi use a concordance and crossreferences. Below is some background information to the book of philippians, which was compiled by nick jefson. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. Greetings from paul this letter is from paul and timothy, slaves of christ jesus. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. It was at philippi, which the apostle visited on his second missionary journey. Philippians 1 paul and timothy, servants of christ. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. If such is truly the case, then paul wrote philippians around 6163 a. In fact, its beginnings go back to the fourth century bce when it was occupied by the thracians. The fellowship we experience with other christians comes by gods grace and produces joy and love.
Serve the lord joyfully 2 if you need encouragement, boast in the lord. Knowing jesus is a deeply personal and transformative encounter. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the new testament of the christian bible. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons. Background paper on the epistle to the philippians the city of philippi the city of philippi was located in modern macedonia, which is north of greece. One of the obvious reasons that paul wrote his letter to the philippians was to thank them for their generous offering. Aug 19, 2016 over the next four fridays we are going to be studying the book of philippians together. A verse by verse examination of the apostle pauls epistle of joy to the beloved philippian church. The book of philippians and its themes welcome to rev. It may be insights into a particular biblical passage o. With this sermon we come to the end of our series from the book of philippians. The book of philippians paul writes a thankyou note to the believers at philippi for their help in his hour of need, and he uses the occasion to send along some instructions on christian unity. Study the bible online using commentary on philippians and more. Yet, paul opens his letter expressing thanksgiving, joy.
Paul wrote his letter to the philippians while in prison, probably in rome. Each study will help your group to understand the text, how we might push against gods desires as revealed in each passage, and how jesus can help us to embrace his desires. Philippi was the location of the first christian community established in greece. Philippians introduction these notes taken mostly from notes in the life and epistles of paul background from the book of acts the philippian church philippi was located in macedonia on the egnatian way as was thessalonica. May god our father and the lord jesus christ give you grace and peace. This sermon give the background to the book of philippians by mentioning about apostle paul calling, missionary journeys and churches he established. Philippians 4 background information with maps and images. Paul and silas first visited philippi in greece during pauls second missionary journey, which occurred between approximately 49. The book of philippians niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 50 duration.
Some of the most obvious themes are joy, the role of the mind, the mind of christ, and humility by encompassing your mentality on christ. There apparently never was a question in the minds of the fathers of the church as to the canonical authority of philippians or about its authorship. I am writing to all of gods holy people in philippi who belong to christ jesus, including the church leaders and deacons. Thus, we can remain calm because he is with us immanuel. He also wanted to commend the unselfishness of epaphroditus, as well as informing them of his love for them, and his own personal condition. The many personal references of the author fit what we know of paul from other nt books.
Philippi was the site of a key military victory by augustus caesar, and as a result it was made a roman colony. Here is a plan for a sermon series on philippians developed by the preaching team at tapestry church. He is writing to thank them for the gift they sent when they heard he was a. From internal considerations it appears that colossians, ephesians, and philemon were written early during pauls roman imprisonment and taken together to asia minor by tychicus col. By reading through the book you are able to see each and every theme. Philippians 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. After you have read the whole epistle, state the theme of the book. Philippians intro to philippians biblica the international bible. Read philippians commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Intro to philippians biblica the international bible. Paul encourages the philippians to live as citizens of a. The lord is at hand can be understood in time and space.
Bible living 3 surprising ways i can do all things through christ who strengthens me john upchurch. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of philippians. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of philippians. Paul, timothy, and epaphroditus try to be good examples as well. Paul ministered at philippi during his second missionary journey, spending about three months in the city. When they heard of his roman imprisonment, the philippian. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the christians in philippi, probably from rome c. The book of philippians a brief history, overview believersweb. Apr 10, 2018 the book of philippians niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 50 duration. Brothers, i do not consider that i have made it my own. The book of philippians shows how living as a christian means seeing your own story as a living expression of jesus story. Philippians through the bible book by book myer pearlman. A background study on the book of philippians by nathan parker for preparing an expository message at luther rice college and seminary.
Philippians 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Pauls profession of love for the philippians was genuine. I have mentioned several times that this book is essentially a thankyou note from the apostle paul to the church at philippi. The city was established by and named after, philip of. The traditional view is that philippians, along with the other prison epistles ephesians, colossians, philemon, was written during pauls first imprisonment at rome ca. Philippians book background study slideshare uses cookies to improve functionality and performance, and to provide you with relevant advertising. Philippians commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Internally the letter reveals the stamp of genuineness. This series of 8 studies will allow you to cover the entirety of the book of philippians. Of the four prison epistles, paul likely wrote philippians last, near the end of his roman imprisonment in ad 61 or 62. No doubt this was the background for pauls reference to the believers heavenly citizenship.
The church can thank phillip and his son alexander for establishing the greek empire, which gave way. Philippians introduction author, background, interpretative challenges, outline john macarthur same notes as. Therefore god has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that jesus christ is lord, to the glory of god. Philippi was the first city in presentday europe where paul established a church. The book of philippians was written in approximately a. The city of philippi, as one can see from the map, is located in north eastern greece macedonia. The general consensus is that these epistles were written during pauls imprisonment at rome cf. Alright, so any time you study a book of the bible its critical that you check out the background info first. If you continue browsing the site, you agree to the use of cookies on this website.
This book is known as one of pauls prison epistles colossians, ephesians, philemon, and philippians. Introduction, background, and outline to philippians. Paul encourages the philippians to live as citizens of a heavenly city, growing in their commitment to serve god and one another. In 356 bce, however, philip ii of macedon, the father of. Philippi was the first town in macedonia where paul established a church.
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