02 Joy for the Journey “For the Defense and Confirmation of the Gospel” Philippians 1:7-17
Defend and Confirm HIS CIRCUMSTANCE: (vs.7,12-14,17) His imprisonment: (For doing the right thing, the Gospel) His Afflictions: His Affections for the Church: Defend and Confirm
Defend and Confirm HIS COMPASSION: (vs.9) Love that abounds: (means a love that stimulates people to action) Love with knowledge: (spiritual wisdom; practical application) Love with discernment: (good judgment) Defend and Confirm
Defend and Confirm III. HIS COMPENTENTCY: (vs.10,11) Affirm the Excellent: Aspire for a pure and blameless life: Abound with righteous fruit: Defend and Confirm
Defend and Confirm IV. HIS CONDUCT: (vs.12-17) 4 Qualities of his conduct: Circumstances advance the gospel message: (vs.12) Confinement is “FOR” Christ: (vs.13) Courage: (vs.14) Confidence: (vs.15-17) Defend and Confirm