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Joy in the Trenches

Joy in the Trenches. Philippians 1:27-30. by: Jay Brennan. 3 Brief Observations. Salvation to be real must change the way we live Unbelievers draw conclusions about Jesus Christ by the way we live In an increasingly pagan climate, we can make a huge impact by the way we live.

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Joy in the Trenches

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  1. Joy in the Trenches Philippians 1:27-30 by: Jay Brennan

  2. 3 Brief Observations • Salvation to be real must change the way we live • Unbelievers draw conclusions about Jesus Christ by the way we live • In an increasingly pagan climate, we can make a huge impact by the way we live.

  3. Enormous Challenge “conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel.” v.27

  4. Key Words • “only” – “just one thing” • “worthy” - “to even the beam” • “conduct” – “live as citizens of heaven”

  5. 5 Ways to Live Lives Worthy of the Gospel • Stand without Division • Strive without Compromise • Speak without Fear • Sacrifice without Shame • Struggle with Others

  6. 1. Stand without Division • An exhortation to spiritual solidarity. • Stand together in one spirit • John 17: 23 • Standing without division is the heartbeat of heaven....and the lifeblood of the church

  7. 2. Strive without Compromise • To compete as a team to advance the gospel message. • Dietrich Bonhoeffer in his book Life Together -4 Principles: • Hold their tongue • Cultivate Humility • Listen long and patiently • Consider your time as belonging to others

  8. 2. Strive without Compromise (cont.) • We are to unitedly join hearts and hands using all our resources to spread the gospel. • This is a call for nothing less than aggressive Christianity • God’s Word: Go Forward!

  9. 3. Speak without Fear v.28 • You are going to be opposed – speak up anyway. • Opposition to the gospel reveals spiritual reality • Have you annoyed anyone today? • “Don’t fear the mighty army you see arrayed against you. Though they have far more soldiers, you have something they don’t. You have Immanuel on your side.” Isaiah 8:12 • You + God = More

  10. 4. Sacrifice without Shame v29 • “granted” = grace or favor • Salvation and Suffering are grace gifts • Salvation comes from the Lord and so does suffering

  11. Suffering • Suffering matures us.James 1:2-4 • Suffering weans us from self-reliance.2 Corinthians 1:9 • Suffering is an evangelistic tool. Philippians 1:12 • Suffering helps us minister to others. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: • Suffering helps keep down pride. 2 Corinthians 12:7: • Suffering shows we belong to Christ. Phil 3:10:

  12. 5. Struggling with Others v.30 • We are in this fight together. • Every believer is struggling in some way – you are not alone in your agony. • Would you like to make an impact in this world for Jesus? …….Just One Thing: • You’re a citizen of Heaven – Live like it!

  13. Summary • Stand without Division • Strive without Compromise • Speak without Fear • Sacrifice without Shame • Struggle with Others

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