So, if Paul can ask us to do everything without complaining or arguing from his JAIL CELL, I suppose I have no right to um, complain. :)"Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life - in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing." Philippians 2:14-16So, I've had my ... Read More about Do everything without complaining {Philippians}
Every Knee Shall Bow {Philippians}
Philippians 2:5-11 says,"Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus:who being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped,but made Himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant,being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man,he humbled himself and became obedient to death - even death on a cross!Therefore God exalted him to the highest place andgave him the name that is above every name,that at the name of Jesus ever ... Read More about Every Knee Shall Bow {Philippians}
How do I look like Him? {Philippians}
This next chapter in Philippians is probably one of my favorite passages in all of Scripture. At one time, I had it memorized. (uggg, I have got to work on keeping up what I have already memorized in the past!!)"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus..." Phil. 2:3-5This is the hard ... Read More about How do I look like Him? {Philippians}
Give Thanks
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thess. 5:16 beautiful, chilly fall weather pulling out favorite sweaters fun visiting time with friends wonderful one-on-one time with my oldest girl sharing a pumpkin spice latte with that oldest daughter :) family movie night target dollar bins (i heart target) getting lots of cleaning done yummy soup from a friend watching my kids jump in ... Read More about Give Thanks
Purpose in Persecution {Philippians}
"Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly." Philippians 1:12-14.I wonder how many of us can say these things about our own lives...Have I allowed the "bad" things that happen to me to ... Read More about Purpose in Persecution {Philippians}
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