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Philippians A Letter of Encouragement Lesson 1 , Background & Greeting

Philippians A Letter of Encouragement Lesson 1 , Background & Greeting. Philippians Background. In 42 BC Octavian and mark Antony, with the help of the Philippians, defeated Brutus and Cassius at the battle of Philippi. . Philippians Background.

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Philippians A Letter of Encouragement Lesson 1 , Background & Greeting

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  1. PhilippiansA Letter of EncouragementLesson 1, Background & Greeting

  2. PhilippiansBackground • In 42 BC Octavian and mark Antony, with the help of the Philippians, defeated Brutus and Cassius at the battle of Philippi.

  3. PhilippiansBackground • The city was located on the strategic road known as the Egnation way which was the main road leading through Greece to Asia Minor.

  4. PhilippiansFounding of the ChurchActs 16:1-40 • On Paul’s 2nd missionary journey, around 50 AD, as Paul and Silas were delivering the results of the council of the Apostles in Jerusalem regarding Gentile Christians to the churches

  5. Founding of the ChurchActs 16:1-40 • Without investigating these charges the magistrates ordered that they be stripped, beaten by the Lictors, and thrown into prison

  6. Founding of the ChurchActs 16:1-40 • The Roman jailer woke up thinking that the prisoners had escaped and was about to kill himself when Paul called out to assure him that no one had run away.

  7. Founding of the ChurchActs 16:1-40 • Instead of seeking vengeance, they had the magistrates escort them honorably out of the jail to vindicate their innocence and restore credibility to the gospel message.

  8. PhilippiansPlace of Origin & Date • Philippians is one of the four “Prison Epistles”, along with Ephesians, Colossians, and Philemon. • The palace guard (Phil. 1:13) is a reference to the Praetorian Guard who were an elite guard unit that guarded the Emperor in Rome. • Paul sends greetings from “…those who belong to Caesar’s household” in Phil. 4:22 • In Phil. 1:19-24 he was waiting for a final decision in his case that would result in either his release or his death.

  9. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • The Philippian church had sent Epaphroditus to assist Paul with any needs he might have (Phil. 2:25) and deliver a gift of money from the congregation (Phil. 4:18). • Some have suggested that the letter to the Philippians was a thank you letter for the money that they sent him. • Another reason that Paul wrote the letter is to introduce Timothy’s upcoming visit (Phil.2:19)

  10. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • This is also a personal letter from a pastor’s heart to a generous congregation that had supported him many times over the years. • 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 And now, brothers and sisters, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. 2 In the midst of a very severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. 3 For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, 4 they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the Lord’s people. 5 And they exceeded our expectations: They gave themselves first of all to the Lord, and then by the will of God also to us. • 2 Corinthians 11:9 And when I was with you and needed something, I was not a burden to anyone, for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied what I needed. I have kept myself from being a burden to you in any way, and will continue to do so.

  11. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • Philippians 4:15-16 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16 for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need.

  12. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • Philippians has been referred to as the “Epistle of Joy” because the words joy and rejoice occur 12 times in its 4 chapters. Joy is not the same as happiness. • 1 Thessalonians 1:6You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. • 2 Corinthians 6:4-5 & 10Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships and distresses; 5 in beatings, imprisonments and riots; in hard work, sleepless nights and hunger;…10 sorrowful, yet always rejoicing;

  13. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • 1 Peter 1:6In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. • 1 Peter 4:13But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. • James 1:2Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds,

  14. Philippians Occasion & Purpose of the epistle • While there are warnings about false teachers in the epistle, there are no sharp rebukes or negative admonition given. • The frequent mention of Christ should also be considered a major theme of this epistle. He is specifically mentioned 51 times in the 104 verses of this epistle

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