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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Philippians 4

Is work a good thing?

January 20, 2023

Am I working hard for Jesus? Am I working as hard as the Apostle Paul? Or am I hardly working? …

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“I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.” ~Apostle Paul

December 15, 2022

The Apostle Paul was there. He had learned how to be content. He was more than happy. It did not …

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Are we helping or not?

November 26, 2022

How often do I dog it, not giving my best? Paul challenges us to live differently. We have opportunities every …

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“Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Master.” ~Apostle Paul

November 6, 2022

Jesus wants me to glad, joyful and happy. Jesus paid the price for my missing God’s goal (aka sin). I …

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“Be rejoicing in the Lord always. Again I’ll say, be rejoicing.” ~Apostle Paul

June 2, 2022

Our God is in an amazing mood. We must celebrate that all day long, every single day. Jesus, the Messiah, …

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“So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~Jesus

May 18, 2022

Why this is important: Jesus teaches His disciples that we are not to worry. Jesus encourages me to avoid worrying …

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“Celebrate [Rejoice] in the Master [Lord] always; again, I will say, celebrate [rejoice].” ~Apostle Paul

February 1, 2022

  Celebrate [Rejoice] in the Master [Lord] always; again, I will say, celebrate [rejoice].[1] Philippians 4:4 Now here is some …

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“Be anxious for nothing.” ~Apostle Paul

October 28, 2021

We all need rest. It is essential. I am anxious about so many things. Anxiety is insidious. There is no …

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Are we continually filled with joy?

October 8, 2021

Joy is experienced naturally in many circumstances of our life in Jesus and most importantly in relationships we have with …

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“What you have learned, received, and heard and seen in me — practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” ~Apostle Paul

September 28, 2021

  How would Paul summarize things? Well, he would suggest that I fill my mind on some things that are …

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Is it clear to all we meet that we are on their side?

September 15, 2021

The main idea: Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you are on their side, …

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Why aren’t we at peace?

August 28, 2021

Why this is important: There are times I am clearly not at peace. I am not at peace with myself …

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Is the loyalty of God’s people important? 

June 8, 2021

What matters most: In our relationships with one another, we are called to steadfast loyalty. Paul speaks of his “loyal companion” in Philippians 4:3. …

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What does God expect when we pray?

February 11, 2021

So what is prayer? The most basic definition of prayer is “talking with God.” Prayer is not meditation or passive reflection; …

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Can children get along?

November 29, 2020

We are God’s children. Now think about it. He has forgiven us. He has adopted us. All is right in …

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How can we learn to be content?

October 9, 2020

I can’t say, as Paul did, that I have learned to be completely content and happy. But I am learning …

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Can children get along?

July 18, 2020

We are God’s children. Now think about it. He has forgiven us. He has adopted us. All is right in …

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“Rejoice in the Master always; again I will say, rejoice!” ~Apostle Paul

May 23, 2019

Jesus wants me to glad, joyful and happy. Jesus paid the price for my missing God’s goal (aka sin). I …

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“And all things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.” ~Jesus

January 13, 2019

God expects me to pray. Jesus instructs me to ask. Paul wrote, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in …

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Joy – Do God’s people find their joy in Jesus?

November 1, 2018

Jesus wants me to glad, joyful and happy. Jesus paid the price for my missing God’s goal (aka sin). I …

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Joy – What role does it play for the believers’ faith and obedience?

October 25, 2018

There is great joy when our brothers and sisters walk in the truth of the Master Jesus. I want to …

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Joy — How can I experience joy in my discipleship life?

October 22, 2018

Joy is something we all long for but that often seems difficult to grab hold of. Experiencing joy should be …

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Friends — Will I find unity in the love and fear of the Master Jesus?

August 20, 2018

The Master Jesus the Messiah gave us the definition of a true friend: “Greater love has no one than this, …

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Rest — The absence of anxiety 

April 24, 2018

We all need rest. It is essential. I am anxious about so many things. Anxiety is insidious. There is no …

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Gentleness — In showing consideration to all

April 22, 2018

Gentleness is an expression of compassion, seen in God’s dealings with the frail and weak, and expected of believers in …

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Joy — Can it become real in our relationships?

April 18, 2018

Joy is experienced naturally in many circumstances of my life in Jesus and most importantly in relationships I have with …

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"Let your gentleness be evident to all." ~~Apostle Paul

May 9, 2017

Our Father is near. His way of running things is taking hold. It can’t be missed. His presence is right …

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"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." ~~Apostle Paul

April 17, 2017

This is His path to peace for me. I don’t understand it for sure but it is true. He is …

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"Don’t waver. Stay on track, steady in God." ~~Apostle Paul

November 14, 2016

Here is some great advise from the Apostle Paul. The best he can wish for us is that we stay …

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“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul

September 15, 2016

If I asked my family, friends and colleagues if it is clear that I am on their side, what would …

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“He could show up any minute!” ~Apostle Paul

July 15, 2016

Paul lived as if Jesus could show up any minute. He believed it in his core. His passion, every minute, …

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“Help them see that the Master is about to arrive.” ~Apostle Paul

June 15, 2016

Paul is clear. Jesus is about to arrive. Jesus was also clear. No one knows the time that will happen. …

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“I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best.” ~Apostle Paul

February 11, 2016

When I have changed my mind (repented), I need to fill my mind with the right things. What should I …

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“I don’t have a sense of needing anything personally.” ~Apostle Paul

December 20, 2015

The Apostle Paul was there. He had learned how to be content. He was more than happy. It didn’t matter …

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“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” ~Apostle Paul

October 31, 2015

This is worth repeating. It needs to be said frequently. It is absolute. May I rejoice in the Master always. Jesus, …

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“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul

October 12, 2015

Our God is in an amazing mood. We must celebrate that all day long, every single day. Jesus, the Messiah …

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“I mean, revel in Jesus!” ~Apostle Paul

September 28, 2015

We serve an amazing God. We need to celebrate everything He does for us. Celebrate Him doesn’t quite seem to …

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“These women worked for the Message of good news as hard as any of us.” ~Apostle Paul

August 20, 2015

Am I working hard for Jesus? Am I working as hard as the Apostle Paul? Or am I hardly working? …

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“Do your best with them.” ~Apostle Paul

July 20, 2015

How often do I dog it, not giving my best? Paul challenges us to live differently. We have opportunities every …

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“Celebrate God all day, every day.” ~Apostle Paul

June 20, 2015

Now here is some great advice from the Apostle Paul. He knew what he was talking about. This is how …

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“If anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” ~Apostle Paul

February 11, 2015

How would Paul summarize things? Well, he would suggest that I fill my mind on some things that are positive. …

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“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~~Apostle Paul

February 1, 2015

This is a stunning way to approach relationships. And it should be our approach to all we meet, not just friends …

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“God doesn’t want his children holding grudges.” ~Apostle Paul

July 19, 2014

We are God’s children. Now think about it. He has forgiven us. How does he want us to act? Does …

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"Do not be anxious about anything." ~~Apostle Paul

May 31, 2014

My part is to rejoice. God is so very good and He is always in this amazing mood. Jesus has …

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