Changing Perspectives: The Joy of a Consuming Passion (Philippians 3:4–11)
Changing Perspectives: The Joy of a Consuming Passion (Philippians 3:4–11)
Dr. Bill Cook
1. Sincerity is not enough: When an advantage becomes a disadvantage (3:4–6)
A. Advantages by heritage
B. Advantages by religious attainment
C. What do people often mistakenly base their salvation on today?
2. Faith in Christ: When spiritual impoverishment meets God’s provision! (3:7-11)
A. A dramatic change in perspective (3:7–8)
B. A consuming passion (3:9–11)
The Joy of Salvation (Philippians 3:1–3)
The Joy of Salvation (Philippians 3:1–3) – Dr. Bill Cook
- A Wise Encouragement: Rejoice in the Lord (3:1)
- Beware of the dangers of joylessness
- Tough Words in an Age of Tolerance: When holding your
tongue endangers others! (3:2) - Marks of true believers: Worship, Glory, and Confidence (3:3)
Serving in the Trenches (Philippians 2:19–30)
- A servant’s hope must be anchored in Jesus and not their circumstances (2:19a, 24)
- A servant is more concerned about people than projects and recognition (2: 19b–21)
- A servant must be willing to play “second fiddle” (2:22–24)
- Servants need to develop deep, long-standing friendships (2:25–28)
- Servants should be given proper regard and appreciation (2:29–30)
