When Paul exhorts the Philippians to be of one mind, he’s not exhorting them to uniformity. He wants them to experience joy in unity, peace, and contentment.

Our works are a response of gratitude to what Jesus has done, not a means of achieving holiness. Only the Holy Spirit can truly transform us when we surrender to working with him.

Jesus’ example of humility challenges Christians to live a life of unselfishness and unity.

God accomplishes his purposes even though his servants act in morally suspect ways.

We find the strength we need to stand against the devil and live the life God offers us by putting on God’s full armor and by constantly praying for ourselves and for one another.

Submitting to Christ means that the responsibilities of both husband and wife are dramatically opposed to self-interest.

You should live like the person you have become in Christ.

God is a rock, a fortress, a shield and a Savior.

God graciously gives us the gift of life, honor, and purpose by his grace through faith, because we are unable to earn it by our own effort

An essential component of our prayer is — or should be — asking the Holy Spirit to help us grasp the depth of God’s blessing in Christ.

Boast in the cross—it’s the only thing that makes you a new creation.

If Christ has set you free, keep choosing freedom.

Abandoning the gospel leads to hostility and slavery. Forgiveness doesn’t mean there aren’t consequences.

We receive the Holy Spirit and adoption as sons and daughters of the king only through faith in Jesus Christ

We honor God when we play the role he wants us to play.

Jesus Christ died for our sins to rescue us from this evil age according to God’s will and for his glory.

The empty tomb demands a response.

God builds his kingdom on the tears of broken men and women who have hurt THE innocent one…Jesus the Christ.

The death and resurrection of Jesus transform the old into something brand new.

God’s heart is to help you lead others into righteous flourishing.