Episode Finding Joy in the Journey | Week 1
Spend four weeks studying through Paul's letter to the Philippians with Bill and Elisa and Daniel and Rasool. They'll each take turns leading a chapter as they discover how it's possible to have joy in the struggles of life; how we can find joy in serving; and in what sense we can "do all things." It's another study through a book of the Bible that will inform how you read the Scriptures and challenge you as you live as a follower of Christ. Study Philippians with the Discover the Word group in this month-long focus on this pivotal New Testament book, and Find Joy in the Journey.
Chapter 1
Everyone’s a friend during good times, but deep friendships are forged in adversity. And in Philippians, we read about the close fellowship shared by Paul and Timothy. In this chapter, you’ll explore the joy of friendship that endures—no matter where the journey leads.
Chapter 2
Ever started something but you never got around to finishing it? That’s pretty typical. But God says He is doing a work in us, and He is faithful to complete it! In this chapter, you’ll find out why you can be confident in God!
Chapter 3
When life doesn’t go as planned, we feel out of control. And that’s when we need to trust in God’s sovereign plan, not ours! In this chapter, you’ll find out how to have joy, even when your circumstances aren’t what you hoped for or expected.
Chapter 4
We understandably want to avoid discomfort, agony, and exhaustion. But sometimes pain is an inevitable part of life! In this chapter, you’ll discover in Philippians chapter 1 that the real cure for pain is hope!
Chapter 5
You’ve heard the saying: “No pain, no gain!” Well, the apostle Paul certainly felt pain as he worked to advance the gospel. And in this chapter, you’ll discover how to have contentment and confidence that God is working things out for your good. Wrap up Philippians chapter 1 as this four-week study of Philippians continues.