Philippians: A New Testament Commentary

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Philippians Overview 1:1–30 The Joy of Sharing the Sufferings of Christ l. Entering into the Sufferings of Christ (1–11) ll. The Spiritually Mature Believer in Suffering (12–26) lll. The Partnership of Suffering (27–30) 2:1–30 The Joy of Sharing the Lord’s Humility in Service l. The Fellowship of Love (1–11) ll. The Essentials of Christian Service (12–16) lll. Examples of Humility in Service (17–30) 3:1–21 The Joy of Maturing in Christ l. The Priorities of Maturity (1–8) ll. Maturing Through Grace (9–11) lll. Maturity in Christ (12–21) 4:1–23 The Joy of Sharing the Peace of Jesus l. The Peace of Single-mindedness (1–5) ll. The ‘How To’ of Single-mindedness (6–9) lll. The Peace of Contentment (10–13) lV. The Fruit of Partnership (14–20) V. Parting Comments and Greetings (21–23)