Monday
Philippians 1:7
It is right that I should feel as I do about others, for many have a very special place in my heart. I have shared with many the blessings of You, God, both when I was in prison and when I was out, defending the truth and telling others the Good News.
Tuesday
Philippians 1:8
You, God, know how much I love my brothers and sisters in You, and long for them with the tender compassion of You, Christ.
Wednesday
Philippians 1:9
I pray that my love for others will overflow more and more, and that I will keep on growing in my knowledge and understanding.
Thursday
Philippians 1:10
For I want to understand what really matters, so that I may live a pure and blameless life until You, Christ, return.
Friday
Philippians 1:11
May I always be filled with the fruit of my salvation–those good things that are produced in my life by You, Jesus Christ–for this will bring much glory and praise to You, God.
Zingers from Croft M. Pentz, Tyndale House Publishers
4401. The only reputation that matters is your reputation in heaven.
4402. An eminent reputation is as dangerous as a bad one.
4403. The best way to gain a good reputation is to be what you desire to appear.
4404. Plan as if Christ’s return is years away, but live as if He is coming today.
4405. Beware of the danger of allowing your rights to subordinate your responsibilities.