1. Striving Together for the Faith of the Gospel
Philippians 1:27-30

2. Philippians 1:27-30 V. 27, Stand firm, 1 spirit, 1 mind, together
V. 28, Adversaries will present opposition
V. 29, Suffering involved

3. Our relationship in Christ helps us stand fast.
It is His design that we be a system of support and encouragement for each other.
Galatians 6:1-2
Hebrews 10:23-25
1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing.

4. Sometimes we fail. Philippians 2:3, 14, 4:2
Galatians 5:15  But if you bite and devour one another, beware lest you be consumed by one another!
Hebrews 10:26-27; 12:14-15
1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

5. It is ongoing hard work to stick together.
Ephesians 4:1-3 I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, 2 with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, 3 endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Strong’s G4704, spoudazō to exert one's self, endeavor, give diligence

6. We must have unity. Philippians 2:1-2
Like-minded, same love, one accord, one mind
John 17:20-23
How can we be like minded? Philippians 3:16-17

7. The attitude that makes it possible Philippians 2:3-4
Don’t be selfish
Esteem others better than self.
Look out for the interests of others.
Romans 12:10, 15:1-3; 1 Corinthians 10:24

8. Follow Christ’s Example. Philippians 2:5-11
Jesus left the glory of Heaven to take on flesh and be a servant.
John 1:1-3, 14
Matthew 20:20-28