Shining Star Martyn Lloyd-Jones: The glory of the gospel is that when the church is absolutely different from the world, she invariably attracts it.   Philippians 2:12-16 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with … [Read More...] Philippians 2:12-16

Exalted Jonathan Edwards: In the person of Christ do meet together infinite glory and lowest humility. Infinite glory, and the virtue of humility, meet in no other person but Christ.   Philippians 2:8-11 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. … [Read More...] Philippians 2:8-11

Humbled John Calvin: Christ did not seek or receive anything for himself, but everything for us.     Philippians 2:5-7 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking … [Read More...] Philippians 2:5-7

New Attitude John Newton: I am persuaded that love and humility are the highest attainments in the school of Christ and the brightest evidences that He is indeed our Master.   Philippians 2:1-4 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete … [Read More...] Philippians 2:1-4

Get Up, Stand Up John Calvin: It is the highest honor that is conferred upon us by Divine grace, that we suffer for his name.   Philippians 1:27-30 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear … [Read More...] Philippians 1:27-30

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