Stayin' Alive J.C. Ryle: Break off from a world that can never truly satisfy you. Seek that treasure which alone is truly incorruptible.   Philippians 1:18b-26 Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, as it … [Read More...] Philippians 1:18b-26

Jailhouse Rock F.B. Meyer: The wicked may plot against God, seeking to injure His servants and obstruct the progress of His truth, and within certain limits they may appear to succeed; but when they expect to reap the harvest of their evil machinations, they suddenly find themselves put to the worse, and God takes all … [Read More...] Philippians 1:12-18a

I Left My Heart in Philippi Andrew Murray: Our love to God is measured by our everyday fellowship with others and the love it displays.   Philippians 1:7-11 It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, … [Read More...] Philippians 1:7-11

Thank You Matthew Henry: The best remembrance of our friends is to remember them at the throne of grace.   NOTE: The lesson ended abruptly (due to a fire alarm) before Scott finished verse 6. He picked up with 1:6 on the following Sunday. Philippians 1:3-6 I thank my God in all my remembrance of … [Read More...] Philippians 1:3-6

Introduction Thomas Watson: Dejection in the godly arises from a double spring; either because their inward comforts are darkened, or their outward comforts are disturbed.   Philippians 1:1-2 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus,   To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons:   Grace to … [Read More...] Intro & Philippians 1:1-2