The end of Philippians 2 contains a section of personal remarks from Paul about his coworkers, especially Timothy and Epaphroditus.In this week’s passage, he commends the work of Timothy. You can see this encouraging passage in Philippians 2:21-22: [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Philippians 2:21-22″] As Paul writes to the Philippians, he expresses his hope and desire to…
Coffee Break – 09.07.2015
Today is Labor Day. The first Monday in September, Labor Day is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Coffee Break”]…
Memorize Scripture: Philippians 2:19-20
Paul moves into one of the longest personal passages in Philippians, and yet he still uses this personal information to exhort the Philippian believers. You can see the beginning of these personal remarks in Philippians 2:19-20: [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Philippians 2:19-20″] Paul loves the Philippian church. They were instrumental in supporting his ministry, and maintaining him…
Top Posts For August 2015
It is crazy to think that summer has come and gone. School has started, and we are moving back into the routine that we find ourselves in for most of the year. [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Top Posts: August 2015″] August was a month that was very different than most of the year for me. There was…
Coffee Break – 08.31.2015
On this day in history: In 1852, the first pre-stamped envelopes were created with legislation of the U.S. Congress. In 1887, the kinetoscope was patented by Thomas Edison. The device was used to produce moving pictures. And in 1920, John Lloyd Wright was issued a patent for “Toy-Cabin Construction,” which are known as Lincoln Logs….
Memorize Scripture: Philippians 2:17-18
In the previous couple of verses, Paul expressed his desire to boast about the faith of the Philippian believers. As he finishes this paragraph in this week’s passage, you can see the urgency in his wish. Take a look at this week’s passage in Philippians 2:17-18: [featured-image single_newwindow=”false” alt=”Philippians 2:17-18″] Paul uses imagery here that…