Disciples’ Life Power, Philippians 4:13

“The Joy of Discipleship” as found in Philippians.

1. 09/09 Disciples’ Life Purpose

2. 09/16 Disciples’ Life Pattern

3. 09/23 Disciples’ Life Prize

Disciples’ Life Power,

I. UNIFYING POWER (4:1–3)

· The contenders ()

Philippians 4:1–2 ESV

1 Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. 2 I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord.

Philippians 4:1–2 ESV

1 Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. 2 I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord.

· The counselor ()

Philippians 4:3 ESV

3 Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.

II. MEDITATING POWER (4:4–9)

· The prayer (): Two rules must be observed for this power to function.

Philippians 4:4–6 ESV

4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. 5 Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

o Never anxious (4:4–6a).

o Always thankful (4:6b).

· The peace ()

Philippians 4:7 ESV

7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

· The focus ()

Philippians 4:8 ESV

8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

· The Pauline Pattern ()

Philippians 4:9 ESV

9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.

III. SATISFYING POWER (4:10–13)

· The satisfaction ()

Philippians 4:10–12 ESV

10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.

· The satisfier ()

Philippians 4:13 ESV

13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.