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The truth revealed behind the phrase “for me to live is Christ” transforms our responses to present imperfections and future hope. Johnson’s commentary—grounded in pastoral application—is ideal for sermon preparation and devotional reading.

imprisonment could not dampen Paul’s joy? The answer is found in Paul’s second use of the name of Christ Jesus. Paul’s second use of Jesus’ name suggests why being Christ’s slaves generates joy: The heart of joyful service is being set apart to stand awestruck before the beauty of King Jesus. When Paul calls his Philippian friends saints, he evokes a picture of privileged access into the very temple of God. We hear the word saints repeatedly, but do we pause to ponder what
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