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Session 1 Video

Philippians is a call to cruciformity. In the first session, Paul starts with the Gospel. He talks about grace and peace and how the gospel changes people.

Session 1

Where We’re Going (1:1-11)

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https://content.lessons.church/files/study/E1QGbcO5-tf/ozCC7j2tAVH/Philippians (Michael DeFazio) 2018.pdf?dt=1661522296416


Michael DeFazio presents a detailed exploration of the book of Philippians in this series, emphasizing living a life shaped by the cross, or "cruciformity". He begins by highlighting the transformative power of the Gospel and how it instills grace and peace. The series then delves into shifting perspectives on hardships, showcases the concept of cruciformity as manifested in Christ, and models cruciformity within the church. It prompts reflections on the reasons for surrendering everything for life in Christ, discusses how cruciformity is applicable in the real world, and provides general instructions drawn from Paul's organized thoughts. The final session uncovers the secret to contentment, critically examining common interpretations of Philippians 4:13.

Philippians

In this series, Michael DeFazio analyzes the book of Philippians, emphasizing cruciformity, the transformative power of the Gospel, and the secret to contentment from Philippians 4:13.

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Opening Thoughts

    - Philippians is a call to cruciformity… 

    - What do we find in 1:1-11? 

        - On the one hand, nothing spectacular here… 

        - On the other hand, hints of what’s to come… 

Paul Starts with the Gospel 

    - “Grace and peace” – the gospel in brief 

    -  The gospel changes people… 

        - Love 

        - Wisdom / Knowledge 

        - Joy 



Questions for Reflection and Discussion: 

1. Why do you want to study Philippians? What are you hoping to receive from this? 

2. What about Philippians 1:1-11 confirms what you know about Paul? Anything surprise you? If you’re new to this, what do we learn about this person from these few verses? 

3. How would you define the “the gospel”? What does Paul not include here that is important? How does what Paul says here sharpen (or correct) what you would say? 

4. Do you believe the gospel changes people? Why or why not? 

5. Which of the three changes mentioned here are most desirable to you? Why?

Where We’re Going (1:1-11)

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