Monday
Philippians 1:27
But whatever happens to me, I must live in a manner worthy of the Good News about You, Christ, as a citizen of heaven. Then, whether I come and see others again or I only hear about others, I will know that all are standing side by side, fighting together for the Good News.
Tuesday
Philippians 1:28
I am not intimidated by my enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that I am going to be saved, even by You, God, Yourself.
Wednesday
Philippians 1:29
For I have been given not only the privilege of trusting in You, Christ, but also the privilege of suffering for You.
Thursday
Philippians 1:30
I am in this fight with You. You have seen me suffer for You in the past, and You know that I am still in the midst of this great struggle.
Friday
Philippians 2:1, 2
Is there any encouragement from belonging to You, Christ? Any comfort from Your love? Any fellowship together in Your Spirit? Is my heart tender and sympathetic? Then I am truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with others, loving others, and working together with one heart and purpose.
Zingers from Croft M. Pentz, Tyndale House Publishers
4421. Jesus teaches that a man’s attitude toward the Kingdom of God is revealed by his attitude toward his property.
4422. Our sorrows are usually the result of letting our wishes replace our duty.
4423. When duty calls, many are not home.
4424. If God writes opportunity on one side of the door, He writes responsibility on the other.
4425. One way to keep your feet on the ground is to put responsibility on your shoulder.
