THE PERSPECTIVE

Philippians 1:12-30

https://www.bible.com/bible/111/PHP.1.12-30

Pastor Ryan Galashan

Series anchor verse

Philippians 1:27

"Most important, live together in a manner worthy of Christ’s gospel. Do this, whether I come and see you or I’m absent and hear about you. Do this so that you stand firm, united in one spirit and mind as you struggle together to remain faithful to the gospel. "

Philippians 1:27
https://www.bible.com/bible/37/PHP.1.27

Main Takeaway

Our setbacks aren't just obstacles to the Gospel, they are often the very vehicles God uses to advance it.

WHAT HAPPENS TO YOU vs WHAT HAPPENS THROUGH YOU

"Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel." Philippians 1:12

"There is a way to accept, embrace, and deal with suffering that results in a better life, not a worse one, and more of the experience of God, not less."

Eugene Peterson

I. THE OPPORTUNITIES

The Captive Audience (vs 12-13)
The Generational Ripple Effect vs 14)
The Ego Check (vs 15-18)

II. THE WIN-WIN (vs 21)

“For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better.”

Philippians 1:21

III. THE PRIVILEGE (vs 28-30)

“For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him.”

Philippians 1:29

STAND FIRM

“Most important, live together in a manner worthy of Christ’s gospel. Do this, whether I come and see you or I’m absent and hear about you. Do this so that you stand firm, united in one spirit and mind as you struggle together to remain faithful to the gospel.”

Philippians 1:27