Living Worthy of the Gospel
Philippians 1:1-11
The book of Philippians is a letter, written by the apostle Paul, that displays his personal affection for a church he started in the city of Philippi. The book of Philippians highlights for believers what a mature man, woman, and church looks like who lives worthy of the Gospel.
I. The Origin Of A Spiritually Healthy Church
II. The Ingredients Of A Spiritually Healthy Church
· A Love that Bounds with Knowledge and Discernment
Divine Love — God as the source
Existing Love—Love that God has already placed in us
Purposeful Love—Love expressed through action
The love of God must be regulated by the knowledge of scripture.
· The Ability to Approve What is Excellent
The idea is to be able to set a proper value on things.
· Purity and Blamelessness
Integrity is when every part of your life and everything in your life is related to your belief - that’s purity.
· Filled with the Fruit of Righteousness
The fruit of righteousness is produced through our relationship with Christ.
· All Things Given to the Glory and Praise of God
