This week's lesson, Philippians 1:27-2:12. Video Session #3
In the video, Jo Saxton said, "What are the next steps in unity? It's not just about peace keeping, it's not avoiding difficult conservations and pretending differences aren't there. It starts in the heart, in the surrender of our asumptions, our positions and our ideas. It means selflessness, sacrifice and humility, listening. It means death to self. And it might not look or feel good to others. We are looking at what God can do.
- Why is it imortant to Paul that the church stands together? What is the church facing?
- In verse 29, Paul says it''s been granted to the church to suffer for Jesus. What's your reaction to his statement? What difference does it make to your walk with Jesus to know suffering is promised for his followers?
- Why would unity in the face of opposition be helpful for Christians? In what ways does it honor God?
