Ever wonder what "boots on the ground" ministry looked like for the Apostle Paul? Today, we look at the personal side of the letter to the Philippians—exploring the lives of Timothy and Epaphroditus. From near-death illnesses to the pain of broken relationships, this passage shows us that the early church was just as human as we are.

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What does it mean to work out your salvation when you don't even feel like doing the work? Today, we dive into Philippians 2, exploring how God works within our very desires to help us live blameless lives. We discuss the challenge of living without murmuring or arguing and find the surprising joy that comes when we allow our lives to be "poured out" in service to others.

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Explore the "Christ Hymn" of Philippians 2 and the radical mystery of the self-emptying God. Join Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss why the path to true glory starts with becoming a servant and embracing the scandal of the cross.

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Is it actually possible to live a life entirely free of selfish ambition? Join Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they dive into the radical, counter-cultural call to humility found in Philippians 2:1–5.

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What does it mean to live a life "worthy" of the Gospel of Christ? Today, we look at Philippians 1:27-30 and discover that Paul’s vision for the church isn't about perfect success, but about standing firm in unity and seeing even our struggles as a "gracious privilege." Join us as we explore why humility is the best response to the gift of faith.

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Is "To live is Christ, to die is gain" just a catchy verse, or is it a radical way to live? Today, we look at Paul’s perspective from prison, where he weighs the joy of being with Christ against the necessity of his "fruitful labor" on earth. Discover how this gritty confidence can transform your own sense of purpose.

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Can the Gospel still be effective if the person preaching it has the wrong motives? In this study of Philippians 1, Paul faces rivals who are trying to make his imprisonment more difficult by preaching out of envy. His response is nothing short of astounding: he rejoices. Join us as we explore how the message of Jesus transcends human drama and how we can find joy even when our circumstances—and the people around us—are far from perfect.

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