Philippians
Christ, the Source of Joy and Strength
John MacArthur
Thomas Nelson
Since 1798
Philippians
MacArthur Bible Studies
© 2007, John MacArthur.
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“Keys to the Text” and “Truth for Today” material is taken from the following sources:
Anxiety Attacked. © 1993 by John MacArthur, Jr. Published by Victor Books, Wheaton, Illinois.
The MacArthur Study Bible (electronic ed.). John MacArthur, General Editor. © 1997 by Word Publishing. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
Our Sufficiency in Christ. © 1991 by John MacArthur. Word Publishing, a Division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. Dallas, TX.
Philippians. MacArthur New Testament Commentary Series. © 2001 by John MacArthur. Published by Moody Press, Chicago, Illinois. Used by permission.
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Contents
5: The Incarnation and Exaltation of Christ
9: The Distinguishing Marks of True Believers
Philippians derives its name from the Greek city where the church to which it was addressed was located. Philippi was the first town in Macedonia where Paul established a church.
Author and Date
The unanimous testimony of the early church was that the apostle Paul wrote Philippians. Nothing in the letter would have motivated a forger to write it.
The question of when Philippians was written cannot be separated from that of where it was written. The traditional view is that Philippians, along with the other Prison Epistles (Ephesians, Colossians, Philemon), was written during Paul’s first imprisonment ...
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About Philippians: Christ, the Source of Joy and StrengthThe people in the city of Philippi who received this letter from their friend, Paul, were suffering from two of Christianity’s greatest adversaries: self-sufficiency and complacency. While writing this letter from a Roman prison cell, Paul was able to provide a unique perspective on these enemies of our faith. Even as he faced horrific trials, Paul continued to encourage his brothers and sisters by declaring that his imprisonment was reason for joy. This letter also includes Paul’s concerns for the church regarding spiritual and practical matters, such as unity and false teachers. He urges the believers to maintain their spiritual commitment and integrity as well as to continue to grow in Christ. The MacArthur Bible Studies provide intriguing examinations of the whole of Scripture. Each guide incorporates extensive commentary, detailed observations on overriding themes, and probing questions to help you study the Word of God with guidance from John MacArthur. |
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