1. An Introduction to In Christ Alone Rev. Dr. Joel Lehenbauer

2. Welcome Thank you for joining us! LCMS Youth Gathering July 16-20, 2016 New Orleans, Louisiana

3. 3 Questions New Appreciation Book of Philippians’ Themes Philippians in the context of today’s church

4. Question #1 “In your time studying Philippians for the thematic paper, what was something in Paul’s letter you appreciated as never before?”

5. Question #2 “In your paper, you focused on a number of ‘themes’ from the Book of Philippians. What are those themes and how are they important in the letter?”

6. Question #2 Chains Tears Friends Enemies Politics Death Christ

7. Question #2 True and abiding JOY in life, suffering and death Genuine UNITY through utter HUMILITY Undeserved GRACE received only through Divine Power to ‘press on towards the goal’ despite earthly resistance All-Sufficient Strength to SERVE selflessly and sacrificially

8. Question #3 “What does Philippians and the theme “Christ Alone” say specifically to young people in the church about the Christian faith?”

9. Q & A

10. Final Thought Adult Leaders: Join the LCMS Youth Gathering Adult Leader GROUP www.facebook.com/groups/NYGadultle aders Sign up to receive Youth Gathering Update Emails www.lcmsgathering.com/gatheringupda te Thematic Paper on www.lcmsgathering.com soon.www.lcmsgathering.com

11. Join us next time: Topic: Starting at the End Presenter:Brad Alles When:October 8 @ 12 pm CDT Where: www.anymeeting.com/LCMSy outh