NT Survey II Philippians

Philippi on Paul’s Second Journey (Acts 16:9-40)

The Prison Epistles Ephesians, Colossians, & Philemon written from here and delivered by Tychicus and Philemon (Eph 6:21; Col 4:7-9). Philippians also written from here and delivered to Philippi by Epaphroditus (Phil 2:25-30).

Introductory Matters for Philippians Author: The Apostle Paul, founder of the church at Philippi and now a prisoner for the cause of Christ (Phil 1:12-13). Author: The Apostle Paul, founder of the church at Philippi and now a prisoner for the cause of Christ (Phil 1:12-13). Date: About 62 AD, near the end of Paul’s first Roman imprisonment, and about 10 years after the initial founding of the Philippian church. Date: About 62 AD, near the end of Paul’s first Roman imprisonment, and about 10 years after the initial founding of the Philippian church. Audience: The church at Philippi in Macedonia, established on Paul’s second missionary journey (Acts 16:9-40). The church was predominantly Gentile; there is no record of a synagogue here. Audience: The church at Philippi in Macedonia, established on Paul’s second missionary journey (Acts 16:9-40). The church was predominantly Gentile; there is no record of a synagogue here. Occasion for the Letter: Paul takes advantage of Epaphroditus’ return trip (he had earlier brought a gift from the Philippians) to write them a letter of friendship. Occasion for the Letter: Paul takes advantage of Epaphroditus’ return trip (he had earlier brought a gift from the Philippians) to write them a letter of friendship. Character of the book: A personal letter of joyful encouragement and gratitude from the Apostle Paul to a church who had faithfully supported him. Character of the book: A personal letter of joyful encouragement and gratitude from the Apostle Paul to a church who had faithfully supported him.

Major Themes in Philippians Joy/Contentment in All Circumstances Joy/Contentment in All Circumstances The Gospel The Gospel Examples Examples Christ Christ Paul Paul Timothy Timothy Epaphroditus Epaphroditus Warning Against False Teachers Warning Against False Teachers Steadfastness Steadfastness

Purpose Statement for Philippians Paul writes to encourage the Philippians as his partners in the Gospel, and to appeal for unity among their fellowship and steadfastness in their walk with Christ. Paul writes to encourage the Philippians as his partners in the Gospel, and to appeal for unity among their fellowship and steadfastness in their walk with Christ.

Survey of Philippians Salutation (1:1-2) Salutation (1:1-2) Paul’s Prayer for the Philippians (1:3-11) Paul’s Prayer for the Philippians (1:3-11) Paul’s prayer is one of thanksgiving for the Philippians’ participation in the Gospel and petition for their ongoing growth in knowledge and discernment. Paul’s prayer is one of thanksgiving for the Philippians’ participation in the Gospel and petition for their ongoing growth in knowledge and discernment. Paul’s Report on His Personal Circumstances and Their Advance of the Gospel (1:12-26) Paul’s Report on His Personal Circumstances and Their Advance of the Gospel (1:12-26) Far from restricting the spread of the Gospel, Paul’s imprisonment has caused it to spread throughout the praetorian guard and emboldened others in their witness for Christ. For Paul, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Far from restricting the spread of the Gospel, Paul’s imprisonment has caused it to spread throughout the praetorian guard and emboldened others in their witness for Christ. For Paul, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

Survey of Philippians Paul’s Appeal for a Worthy Walk (1:27-3:21) Paul’s Appeal for a Worthy Walk (1:27-3:21) Walk worthy and contend as one, even in suffering (1:27-30) Walk worthy and contend as one, even in suffering (1:27-30) Paul’s Call to Unity (2:1-30) Paul’s Call to Unity (2:1-30) Be of the same mind by humbling yourself, looking to Christ as the example (2:1-11) Be of the same mind by humbling yourself, looking to Christ as the example (2:1-11) Work out your salvation with fear and trembling (2:12-18) Work out your salvation with fear and trembling (2:12-18) Paul’s desire to send Timothy and the need to send Epaphroditus (2:19-30) Paul’s desire to send Timothy and the need to send Epaphroditus (2:19-30) Paul’s Call to Steadfastness (3:1-21) Paul’s Call to Steadfastness (3:1-21) Beware of evil workers (3:1-3) Beware of evil workers (3:1-3) Paul as one who put no confidence in the flesh (3:4-14) Paul as one who put no confidence in the flesh (3:4-14) The need to follow Paul’s example (3:15-17) and those who don’t (3:18-21) The need to follow Paul’s example (3:15-17) and those who don’t (3:18-21)

Survey of Philippians Paul’s Final Exhortations (4:1-21) Paul’s Final Exhortations (4:1-21) Stand Firm in the Lord (4:1) Stand Firm in the Lord (4:1) Let Euodia and Syntche Live in Harmony (4:2- 3) Let Euodia and Syntche Live in Harmony (4:2- 3) Be Anxious for Nothing (4:4-7) Be Anxious for Nothing (4:4-7) Focus on What Is Excellent (4:8-9) Focus on What Is Excellent (4:8-9) Paul’s Joy in the Partnership of the Philippians (4:10-20) Paul’s Joy in the Partnership of the Philippians (4:10-20) Epilogue (4:21-23) Epilogue (4:21-23)

Next Week: One Conference We will resume our class on April 27 with 1 Timothy