Philippians 4:7

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Philippians 4:7 (HCSB): 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.

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Intro:

In the fourth chapter Paul talked about things Christians ought always to do. This is the Always chapter in Philippians.

The first is in verses 2-3 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS TRY TO GET ALONG WITH EACH OTHER.

“be of the same mind in the Lord” (v. 2).

The second section of thought is in verse 4 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS REJOICE IN THE LORD.

“Rejoice in the Lord alway” (v. 4).

The third section is in verse 5 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS BE REASONABLE.

“moderation” (v. 5).

The fourth section of thought is in verses 6-7 where Paul tells them that Christians must

ALWAYS TALK TO GOD ABOUT EVERYTHING.

“but in every thing by prayer” (v. 6).

In the fifth section of thought in verses 8-9 Paul tells us that Christians must

ALWAYS THINK ABOUT THE RIGHT THINGS.

“think on these things” (v. 8).

The sixth section of thought is in verses 10-12 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS BE CONTENT.

“content” (v. 11).

The seventh section of thought is in verses 13 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS LEAN ON CHRIST FOR STRENGTH.

“which strengtheneth me.” (v. 13).

The eighth section of thought is in verses 13-18 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS BE GENEROUS.

“but I desire fruit that may abound to your account” (v. 17).

ALWAYS TRUST GOD TO SUPPLY THEIR NEEDS.

“But my God” (v. 19).

“but I desire fruit that may abound to your account” (v. 17).

The ninth section of thought is in verse 19 where Paul told them that Christians must

ALWAYS TRUST GOD TO SUPPLY THEIR NEEDS.

“But my God” (v. 19).