Introduction

Pual gives an excellent example of unselfishness.

  • Philippians 1:1-8 – Paul was focusing on them. Paul was writing from prison, but didn’t focus on himself.
  • If someone asks you how you are doing, do you always answer with complaints? Are you always focusing on the negative?
  • Philippians 1:12-14 – Paul spoke about his imprisonment in a way that focused on the good that was being done because of it.
  • Philippians 2:1-5, 19-21
  • Philippians 4:1, 17

Paul exemplifies the joy and peace Christians have in the face of distress and death.

Paul’s example of staying positive

Pray

  • Philippians 4:6-7 – God won’t necessarily take away the storms of life, but He will give you a raincoat and hold your hand.

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