Monday, November 15, 2010

Philippians 1:27-2:8 Questions Week 5


1.   Read Philippians 1:27-2:8.
What reasons does Paul give for promoting the gospel fearlessly?
1:27:

1:28:

1:29:

1:30:


2.   In 2:1-2 Paul asks the Philippians to think about the blessing of their common life in Christ. What are the 4 blessings?



3.   Summarize 2:1-4.
If: (vs. 1)



Then: (vs. 2-4)



4.   According to verses 3 and 4 what attitudes are the opposite of “selfish ambition and vain conceit”?



5.   What is one of the desirable attitudes in 2:2-4 that does not come naturally to you?



6.   Re-read 2:1-8
a.    How would you define humility?



b.    What was Jesus’ model? (vs. 6)



c.    Why is it difficult for most of us to consider others better than ourselves?




7a. What one truth from 1:27-2:8 would you like to apply to your dealings with people this week?



b. What concrete steps can you take to put this into practice?

No comments: