Throughout this short and very personal epistle, Paul’s keynote message is one of joy for Christians who were living a worthy life. The word is found five times; the verb rejoice occurs eleven times. Some have referred to this epistle as Paul’s “hymn of joy” to the Philippians. Paul, however, was in prison waiting the death sentence, but wants to assure these believers and us that being a Christian is a joyful experience, despite the circumstances we may face. Come to this class to learn and discuss how Paul develops this theme. You may join this class via a Zoom link. Please contact the teachers for details.
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Sept 14, 2025 (MB) |
Context and Beginning |
Philippians 1:1-2 |
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Sept 21, 2025 (GM) |
A Thanks, a Prayer | Philippians 1:1-11 |
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Sept 28, 2025(MH) |
Paul's Situation in Rome | Philippians 1:12-26 |
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Oct 5, 2025 (MB) |
Worthy Behavior: Stand Fast |
Philippians 1:27-30 |
| Oct 12, 2025 (MB) | Worthy Behavior: Be of one Mind | Philippians 2:1-11 |
| Oct 19, 2025 (GM) | Worthy Behavior: Shine as Lights | Philippians 2:12-18 |
| Oct 26, 2025 (GM) | Plans for Timothy and Epaphroditus | Philippians 2: 19-30 |
| Nov 2, 2025 (MH) | Warnings against Judaism | Philippians 3:1-11 |
| Nov 9, 2025 (MH) | Warnings against Antinomianism | Philippians 3:12-21 |
| Nov 16, 2025 (GM) | Exhortations to Unity, Joy and Peace | Philippians 4:1-9 |
| Nov 23, 2025 (MB) | A Note of Thanks for their Generosity | Philippians 4:10-19 |
| Nov 30, 2025 (GM) | Final Notes and Greetings | Philippians 4:20-23 |
Teachers: Merle Brubaker (MB)
Michel Hatem (MH)
George McFarland (GM)