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    The church at Philippi was begun on Paul's first missionary journey?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      f. Paul and his companions began the church at Philippi during his second missionary journey. This is told in more detail in Acts 16:11-40.

    Paul said that because of his imprisonment many of the Christians there had gained what?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      confidence. In Philippians 1:12-14, Paul praises the Christians, saying that because of his imprisonment they had gained confidence and were becoming more bold in proclaiming the Good News.

    Who was Paul's companion at the time of the writing of this letter?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      Timothy . Timothy was often with Paul, and Paul referred to him as "my son".

    According to Paul, what would be a sign to the enemies of the Philippians that they (the enemies) would be destroyed?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      The Philippians wouldn't be intimidated by their enemies.. "But whatever happens to me, you must live in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ, as citizens of heaven. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing side by side, fighting together for the Good News. Don't be intimidated by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself." Phil. 1:27,28

    According to Paul, whose attitude should the Philippians emulate?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      Christ Jesus . "Your attitude should be the same that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not demand and cling to his rights as God. He made himself nothing, he took the humble position of a slave and appeared in human form. And in human form he obediently humbled himself further by dying a criminal's death on a cross. Because of this, God raised him up to the heights of heaven and gave him a name that is above every other name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow, in heaven and on earth and under earth, and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." Phil. 2:5-11

    What should the Philippians stay away from so that no one could speak a word of blame against them?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      arguing and complaining. In Phil. 2:14-15, Paul warns the people of Philippi to not complain and argue.

    Who did Paul send this letter with back to the Philippians?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      Epaphroditus. Paul states that soon he wants to send Timothy to them, but than he commends Epaphroditus for delivering this letter to the people. He commended him for being a faithful worker. He had recently recovered from an illness, and Paul was anxious to send him back to his family.

    What two people did Paul ask to settle their disagreement before it hindered their relationship with God and with the fellow Christians in the church?Paul's Letter to the Philippians

      Euodia and Syntyche. In Philippians 4:1-3, Paul asks the two women to settle their disagreement.

    In Philippians 1:9, Paul shares that his prayer for the people of Philippi is "that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and ..." what?The Book of Philippians

      depth of insight.". All three of the incorrect answers are good suggestions as well, but Paul pretty much always spent the first chapter or two of each epistle explaining EXACTLY what the Lord had done for those who believe so they would have great insight into those realities...AND live their lives in response to His love and goodness.

    In Philippians 4:4, Paul urges the Philippians believers to rejoice in the Lord when?The Book of Philippians

      always. One of the greatest keys to a joy-filled life in Christ is rejoicing in Him always. There is truly something to praise Him about in every situation, no matter how difficult it seems at the time.

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