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Philippians, A 12-Week Study is unavailable, but you can change that!

The book of Philippians challenges Christians to remember their true identity as citizens of God’s kingdom, especially when faced with difficult circumstances and painful trials. Helping us grasp the Apostle Paul’s gospel-centered exhortation to endurance, this guide explains the biblical text with clarity and passion—encouraging us to joyfully imitate Christ in the midst of hardship.

Isn’t it wonderfully ironic how opposition to the gospel could turn into opportunities for the gospel? That certainly wasn’t coincidence or luck; God was behind it all. As with Joseph’s brothers, what Paul’s enemies meant for evil, “God meant … for good” (Gen. 50:20). Can you think of other stories in Scripture where something was meant for evil but used by God for good? After answering that question, read Acts 2:23 and 4:27 for the ultimate instance of this. In verses 14–16 Paul mentions several
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