Philippians 2:1-4 Unity doesn’t come naturally—especially under pressure. The church in Philippi knew that firsthand. They were facing opposition from outside, and Paul knew something else was just as dangerous: division from within. Even healthy, generous churches can be weakened when pride and self-interest quietly take root. So Paul pleads—not with commands first, but with… Read More

Philippians 1:27-30 After declaring, “For to me, to live is Christ,” Paul turns the spotlight outward. If Christ defines his life—even in chains—then the same gospel must shape how others live in freedom. That conviction leads to one clear call in Philippians 1:27: “Conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” Paul… Read More

Philippians 1:18b-26 One sentence can reshape an entire life. “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” When Paul wrote those words, he wasn’t reflecting from a peaceful retirement or speaking in abstract theology. He was imprisoned, uncertain whether he would live or die. Yet his joy remained steady—not because his… Read More

Philippians 1:12-18a One of the great temptations of the Christian life is to believe that God works around our hardships rather than through them. When circumstances feel restrictive—painful, unfair, or limiting—it’s easy to assume the gospel must be on hold. Paul thought otherwise. Writing from a Roman prison, Paul tells the church in Philippi something… Read More

Philippians 1:1-11 On November 2, 2025, I started serving as the Interim Pastor at Odum Baptist Church in Odum, GA. I started that week preaching through the book of Philippians. This post is a blog-level summary of the first message. Each week I plan to post a couple of these that align with the messages… Read More