Philippians 4:2-23

PHILIPPIANS (4:2-23)


Resolving Real Church Conflicts (4:2-9)

1. Stop spotlighting secondary stuff

2. Be too Busy to get Bent out of Shape

 Too busy serving others to get offended
 Too busy being glad to get angry
 Too busy praying to get perturbed
 Too busy thinking of the right to get riled up

3. Keep God’s present presence in perspective


The Keys to Contentment (4:4-20)

1. Keep the need/want distinction in view

2. Think of those who thrived through tough times

3. Don’t depend on certain circumstances

4. Take it one day at a time with the Lord

5. Continue to encourage others