The following are five of the most helpful commentaries on the epistle to the philippians. Upon completion of the study, it is recommended that you discuss your answers and insights with other bible students who also completed the workbook. Miles oneill welcome to pauls letter to the philippians. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the christians in philippi. Most scholars believe that a roman imprisonment fits the context of pauls life and acts best.
There are 15 explicit references to some form of either the noun joy chara in greek or the verb rejoice chairo in this short letter. Each study will help your group to understand the text, how we might push against gods desires as revealed in each passage, and how jesus can help us to embrace his desires. Philippianspdfprecepts for life study guidedownload. Paul and silas first visited philippi in greece during pauls second missionary journey, which occurred between approximately 49. Paul wrote his letter to the philippians while in prison, probably in rome. Paul wrote the epistle to show his appreciation and gratitude to the church at philippi and its members for their continued support and generosity. Pauls macedonian call in troas during his 2nd missionary journey led him to his work in philippi.
The letter to the philippians was a thank you letter written by the apostle paul in response to the philippian churchs continued support of him. The style is abrupt and discontinuous, his fervor of affection leading him to pass rapidly from one theme to another philippians 2. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the new testament of the christian bible. Galatians, philippians, and philemon summary shmoop.
A few modern scholars 4 have questioned pauline authorship of philippians, but these radical views are not convincing. These gifts were delivered by epaphroditus, a leader in the philippian church who ended up assisting paul with ministry in rome. The first and most clear indication of this is phil 1. The early church was unanimous in its testimony that philippians was written by the apostle paul see 1. A 5 minute introduction to the book of philippians youtube. Philippians count it all joy precepts for life free download study guide a study guide to the radio tv broadcast series by kay arthur. Philippians the book of philippians, in the bible, is depicted from the perspective of the apostle paul. Make a list of bible passages outside the book of philippians that refer to the city or church at philippi use a concordance and crossreferences. If youre familiar with the book of acts, and i would encourage you that if you read the book of acts you can get a lot of the. Two women were prominent in the church philippians 4. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the. The theme of joy punctuates the epistle 17 times in some form. Epistle of joy pastor david legge 4 we read in the book of acts that their stay in philippi was quite short but it was very eventful.
Philippi was the site of a key military victory by augustus caesar, and as a result it was made a roman colony. But the portrait of jesus christ as a humble servant. Galatians, philippians, and philemon summary galatians. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. What is your favorite bible verse from the book of philippians. The city was already ancient by the time paul arrived there around 49 ce acts 16. The many personal references of the author fit what we know of paul from other nt books. Commentary on the book of philippians philippians 1 1paul and timothy, bondservants of christ jesus, to all the saints in christ jesus who are in philippi, including the overseers and deacons. The philippian church was the first church established in europe. A few modern scholars4 have questioned pauline authorship of philippians, but these radical views are not convincing 2.
You will receive a periodic newsletter with links to our newest articles and features. The apostle paul wrote this letter to the christians in philippi, probably from rome c. The book of philippians free online bible study lessons. While most hold to the authenticity of philippians, there are portions of the letter that some consider to be nonpauline. Philippians intro to philippians biblica the international bible. Internally the letter reveals the stamp of genuineness. Get your team aligned with all the tools you need on one secure, reliable video platform. The material below serves as a basic introduction to the book. It was during pauls second missionary journey in ad 49 that the church at philippi was founded. In fact, its beginnings go back to the fourth century bce when it was occupied by the thracians. Philippians summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of philippians for bible study or sunday school lessons. Paul prays for the philippian believers with joy chara because of their partnership with him in the gospel. This series of 8 studies will allow you to cover the entirety of the book of philippians. Even though paul founded the church there and explicitly told them everything they ever needed to know about jesus, the galatians havent exactly been toeing.
The book of philippians chapter one workbook eeonline biblestudy. Paul encourages the philippians to live as citizens of a heavenly city, growing in their commitment to serve god and one another. Most of all, however, he wrote to them because he had a deep care and affection for them. Intro to philippians biblica the international bible. The words joy, and rejoice occur some 16 times in the book of philippians. Brothers, i do not consider that i have made it my own. The epistle is attributed to paul the apostle and a coauthor named timothy, and is addressed to the christian church in philippi. An introduction to the book of philippians christopher l. Philippians also show up in romans, 1 and 2 corinthians, and galatians c. The book of philippians chapter four workbook eeonline biblestudy. The book of philippians is therefore more characteristically gentile. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. The words rejoice, rejoicing, or joy are used seventeen times in the books four brief chapters. Even when things go wrong, you can have joy by warren w.
In this video i give you a brief introduction to pauls letter to the philippians. When paul sits down to put pen to parchment to write to his friends in galatia, hes not exactly feeling the warm fuzzies for them. Introduction to philippians bible exposition commentary. Paul has been given reason to rejoice by the churchs kind treatment of him, most recently evidenced in a gift sent by epaphroditus.
The epistle to the philippians is the last of the four prison epistles of paul. Disappointment, pain, betrayal or the circumstances of daily life can rob you of your joy. It is evident that paul wrote the letter from prison see 1. This book is known as one of pauls prison epistles. This book is known as one of pauls prison epistles colossians, ephesians, philemon, and philippians. Introduction to the book of philippians clover sites. The verb rejoice is found 11 times in this book, more than any other book except luke.
Philippians understanding the bible commentary series. The book of philippians is an epistle that paul wrote while he was anticipating his release from prison. Acts 16 tells us that paul shared the gospel of jesus christ with several women of which lydia was converted. Philippi was the first city in presentday europe where paul established a church. Epaphroditus carried the philippian letter from rome back to philippi.
He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of christ jesus philippians 1. Introduction, background, and outline to philippians. Book of philippians introduction and summary learn religions. A map of philippi and surrounding regions the city of philippi and the origin of the church there the city of philippi, as one can see from the map, is located in north eastern greece macedonia. Use this topic or order a custom research paper, written exactly how you need it to be. Philippians introduction background from the book of. Paul and silas travel through galatia and meet timothy in lystra, circumcise him and take him along as a traveling companion cf. Even now, prayerfully ponder the last few verses from the first chapter, which aptly summarize pauls aims and themes in philippians.
I am excited that you are taking the time to lead others through it. If rome, the date of writing was probably around 62 a. The church at philippi was one of the most generous in financial support 4. The book of philippians 4 failing to give roman citizens a proper trial 16. The book of philippians was written in approximately a. For these reasons and others, philippians is a book of the bible that deserves not just our routine reading but our careful study and meditation.
Polycarps statement can be explained by either a noncanonical letter. The understanding the bible commentary series helps readers navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the bible. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. Summarize what the bible says about philippi the city or the church outside the book of philippians. This letter was not written for one single purpose. Outline of the book of philippians getting acquainted with philippi in bible history during the years 50 through 54 ad paul embarks on his second apostolic tour. Discover the basics of the book of philippians with the esv study bible from crossway. Below i have included material on who wrote the book, when it was written, who it was written to, as well as what some of the messages and themes of the book are.
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