Epaphroditus went on a mercy mission to bring help to Paul, bring him money from his friends in Philippi (prisoners had to pay for their own upkeep). It was dangerous, and he became desperately ill. He stepped forward, volunteered, for this task because he felt called by God to do so, and what happened? He… Read More
Philippians 2:19-23 Genuine, devoted friend
Do you have a Timothy in your life? Someone who you can depend on. Someone who shares your passion for God and others. Someone who loves you and others. I pray that you find your Timothy. Philippians 2:19-23 (New Living Translation) If the Lord Jesus is willing, I hope to send Timothy to… Read More
Philippians 2:17-18 Joy in adversity
I was reading Psalm 11 this morning and was struck by these words: “But the Lord is in his holy Temple; the Lord still rules from heaven.” David says this after he explains how everyone is telling him to run away so he won’t be blindsided, injured, or even killed because the foundations of law… Read More
Philippians 2:14-16 Called to be children of Light
We work toward purity, something we will never attain on this earth. Yet we are called to be Children of Light–our sins are paid for and forgiven. How can this be? Instructions: confess, be forgiven, ask for the Holy Spirit’s light to shine. Repeat as needed. Philippians 2:14-16 (New Living Translation) Do… Read More
Philippians 2:17-18 Let’s rejoice together!
Holy Spirit, help me to emulate Paul and joyfully dedicate my whole life, in faith, to your purpose. I rejoice and praise you with all the saints–past, present, and future. Philippians 2:17-18 (New Living Translation) But I will rejoice even if I lose my life, pouring it out like a liquid offering… Read More
Philippians 2:12-13 According to His purpose
My job is to open my heart to the cleansing and healing power of God, to invite his Holy Spirit to shine its light into all the dark spots. When I do this, He works in me so that my life, my energy, my fruits are all according to his purpose and design. … Read More
Philippians 2:9-11 Jesus is Lord!
I am on my knees in awe of Jesus. Philippians 2:9-11 (New Living Translation) Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor and gave him the name above all other names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 