Live as citizen’s of Heaven. This is Paul’s conclusion to the first page of his letter— “Suffering is a much of a gift as is the trusting.” What?
What are your thoughts at the the end of this chapter?
27 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. 28 Don’t be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself. 29 For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. 30 We are in this struggle together. You have seen my struggle in the past, and you know that I am still in the midst of it.
(Philippians 1:27-30, NLT)
Visual Learners, try doodling the Bible as you read it. Draw a picture of the verses and what they mean to you today. It’s a wonderful way to interact with God and hold His Words in our hearts.
Kathleen S Evenhouse 