1. What 3 things did Paul address the Philippians as in verse 1?
2. What did Paul urge Euodia & Synthyche to do? vs. 2
3. Paul wanted his companion to help these women who had shared his struggle in the cause of the gospel, together with Clement, and the rest of his fellow workers. Where are their names written? vs. 3
4. What does Paul repeat twice in a row? vs. 4
5. What kind of spirit are we to show to all men? vs. 5
6. What is the antidote for an anxious spirit? Name 4 parts given in verse 6
7. What will happen when we give every anxious thought over to the Lord in prayer? vs. 7
8. Paul wraps it up with telling them how to have the God of peace with them at all times. What are the things they should let their minds dwell on? vs.8 - Name 8 things
9. Paul asked them to practice what they had heard from him, but not only 'heard' from him, but they had seen it and learned it as well. Who will be with them as they follow his example? vs. 9
10. What is causing Paul to rejoice in the Lord greatly concerning the Philippians? vs. 10
11. Paul did not speak from "want". What had he learned to do? vs. 11
12. Paul said he had "learned how" to get along with humble means and also "how" to live in prosperity. What had he learned to be in any and every circumstance? vs. 12
13. What could Paul do through Christ who strengthened him? vs. 13
14. The Philippians were the only church that shared in Paul's needs in the beginning of his ministry. They sent gifts for him more than once. What did Paul seek for them concerning the gift? vs. 17
15. How did Paul describe the gift they had sent him through Epaphroditus? vs. 18
16. What did Paul say God would do for them in return? vs. 19
17. Paul praises our God and Father - to Him be the glory forever and ever (vs.20). He said to greet every saint in Christ Jesus and told them the brethren sent greetings to them. Who else were sending greetings their way? vs. 22
18. Think through this lesson. Do we think on positive things daily? How are we experiencing God's peace? Are we choosing to be anxious or to pray about everything with thanksgiving? Now, think through the entire letter we have read to the Philippians. What will you remember about this letter that Paul wrote inspired by the Holy Spirit?
19. Summarize your thoughts and pray.
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