The verb rejoice is found 11 times in this book, more than any other book except luke. The epistle to the philippians, commonly referred to as philippians, is a pauline epistle of the new testament of the christian bible. That philippi was a roman colony may explain why there were not enough jews there to permit the establishment of a synagogue and why paul does not quote the ot in the philippian letter. Here, paul greets the philippian church with much admiration and love. But during his time in rome, epaphroditus took ill, which delayed his return home and, therefore, the delivery of the letter 2. Galyn wiemers teaches verse by verse through the book of matthew. Summary of the book of philippians summary of hebrews. I will not take space to discuss the reasons which seem to point to near the close of his first. Book of philippians is a letter from paul and timothy to christians in the city of philippi. The book of philippians was written in approximately a. This epistle is a powerful book to study as a group because it is written to a group yet with a very personal tone. Outline of the book of philippians getting acquainted with philippi in bible history during the years 50 through 54 ad paul embarks on his second apostolic tour.
I thank my god in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. Philippians is one of pauls shortest letters and one of the smallest books in the new testament but there are such powerful teachings in this little dynamo. If possible, enroll in a ligonier connect course online that will give you such an overview. The general consensus is that these epistles were written during pauls. Watch our overview video on the book of philippians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Philippians summary in philippians, paul displays jesus as the supreme example for every believer in that he was in unity as one with the father. Miles oneill welcome to pauls letter to the philippians. Philippians can be called resources through suffering. The words rejoice, rejoicing, or joy are used seventeen times in the books four brief chapters. Knowing jesus is a deeply personal and transformative encounter. The book of philippians shows how living as a christian means seeing your own story as a living expression of jesus story. Each study will help your group to understand the text, how we might push against gods desires as revealed in each passage, and how jesus can help us to embrace his desires. Philippi was the first city in presentday europe where paul established a church.
Summaries courtesy of the ultimate bible summary collection. His attitude shows all christians to rejoice in every situation even suffering, for jesus christ is our example and our prize. Below i have included material on who wrote the book, when it was written, who it was written to, as well as what some of the messages and themes of the book are. It gets to the very basic message of christian life and pauls purpose in writing to the philippians. This summary of the book of philippians provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of philippians.
Paul paul is the writer of this letter to the philippian church. Alternative interpretations are listed, with the names of those commentaries or translations that support each view. While there is a general consensus that philippians consists of authentically pauline. What is the purpose of doing an overview of philippians. Philippians was among the last letters paul penned, having written it from roman custody sometime around 61 ad. However, the letter to the philippians was to be delivered by epaphroditus, who had come to paul in rome with financial help from the church at philippi philippians 2. We have also produced an audio and video series titled dust to glory. The material below serves as a basic introduction to the book.
Jesus christ paul reflects on him throughout the entire. The joy of the christian experience is the dominant theme running through the book of philippians. Numerous links to louwnida and the bauer lexicon are also included. The book of philippians 4 failing to give roman citizens a proper trial 16. It gives the basic structure of the bible from genesis to revelation. The epistle is attributed to paul the apostle and a coauthor named timothy, and is addressed to the christian church in philippi. Philippians introduction commentary peoples new testament. The greeting and when compared to say romans, 1 and 2 corinthians, and galatians, all the internal characteristics of language, style, and historical facts, confirm this. They key personalities are the apostle paul, timothy, epaphroditus, euodia, and syntyche. Philippians summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of philippians for bible study or sunday school lessons. Paul had been imprisoned at rome sends the church at philippi a love letter of thanks, commending them for their liberal giving. The book is about christ in our life, christ in our mind, christ as our goal, christ as our strength, and joy through suffering. Paul has been given reason to rejoice by the churchs kind treatment of him, most recently evidenced in a gift sent by epaphroditus.
To all the saints in christ jesus at philippi, together with the overseers and deacons. Echoes of philippians are found in the writings of. Many of the philippians were retired military men who had been given land in the vicinity and who in turn served as a military presence in this frontier city. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. I am excited that you are taking the time to lead others through it. Paul and silas first visited philippi in greece during pauls second missionary journey, which occurred between approximately 49. The lords coming is drawing near, and his presence is with us. An exegetical summary of philippians presents a summary of information and opinions from various commentaries and translations, discussing the interpretation of the greek text of philippians. Philippians executable outline study resources blue letter bible. Paul ministered at philippi during his second missionary journey, spending about three months in the city.
Summary of the book of philippians story of the bible. Check out this commentary, summary and key verses from the book of philiipians. By understanding and devoting ourselves to gods calling and purpose for our lives, we are able to live above the worlds reach and like the apostle please our lord, strengthen our brethren, witness to the lost and find personal fulfillment as christ carries out his purposes through. The book of philippians shows christians how to live jesus. Introduction to the book of philippians clover sites.
If rome, the date of writing was probably around 62 a. What are some of the most memorable aspects of visit with them. An exegetical summary of philippians logos bible software. The city was already ancient by the time paul arrived there around 49 ce acts 16. Paul wrote his letter to the philippians while in prison, probably in rome. Paul freely expresses his fond affection for the philippians, appreciates their consistent testimony and support, and lovingly urges them to center their actions and thoughts on the pursuit of the power of christ. This excerpt from the spurgeon study bible gives an overview look of the book of philippians.
Philippians overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by e. Christ, our confidence and our strengtn overview of entire book. The book of philippians paul writes a thankyou note to the believers at philippi for their help in his hour of need, and he uses the occasion to send along some instructions on christian unity. Paul and silas travel through galatia and meet timothy in lystra, circumcise him and take him along as a traveling companion cf. Most commentaries are in depth and run through issues and topics deeply. The book of philippians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. Philippi was the site of a key military victory by augustus caesar, and as a result it was made a roman colony. They should live with tenderness and compassion for others which is a result produced by the holy spirit. To thank the philippians for their solidarity with him while he was in prison and to encourage them to unity and humble service toward each other in christ. Can death be viewed in any other way than as a defeat. Philippians is the epistle of joy and encouragement in the midst of adverse circumstances.
The main themes that run through philippians are imitating christs example and rejoicing in every circumstance. What events recorded in acts 16 do you see coloring pauls relationship with them as you read through. Bullinger, has stood the test of tine as an incredible resource for the diligent student. Imprisonment has actually created opportunities to spread the gospel phl. This series of 8 studies will allow you to cover the entirety of the book of philippians.
It was written to show his appreciation and love to. A roman colony, philippi was situated in macedonia, or currentday northern greece. The epistle to the philippians is the answer of paul to their communication and the coming of epaphroditus. Get a basic overview of the bible ligonier ministries. An introduction to the book of philippians christopher l. The epistle to the philippians, one of pauls prison epistles, was written in rome. Book of philippians, two outlines living beyond the worlds reach philippians outline by paul j. Landscape of the book of philippians under house arrest as a prisoner in rome, yet full of joy and thankfulness, paul wrote to encourage his fellow servants living in philippi.
The book is about christ in our life, christ in our mind, christ as our goal, christ as our. Discipleship lessons inductive bible study questions 4 2. There has never been any serious doubt as to the authorship of the letter to the philippians. In fact, its beginnings go back to the fourth century bce when it was occupied by the thracians. Introduction, background, and outline to philippians. Da carsons book is really helpful because he simply lays out the general themes and movements of the book. Generation word bible teaching ministry enjoy fast paced verse by verse teaching of scripture with exegetical insight, historical information and relevant application for your spiritual growth. Overview of the book of philippians reformed answers to. Book of philippians introduction and summary learn religions. Circumstances of writing paul the apostle wrote this short letter, a. Book of philippians overview insight for living ministries. It has often been called pauls hymn of joy in which the theme is. A map of philippi and surrounding regions the city of philippi and the origin of the church there the city of philippi, as one can see from the map, is located in north eastern greece macedonia.
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