Philippians 3:1-11
Philippians 1
- Paul is thankful for their fellowship in the Gospel
- Prison created opportunities to spread the Gospel
- Whether Paul lives or dies—it will be a blessing
Philippians 2
- Paul presents how to live a life of sacrificial service to God
- It means to have the same mind that is seen in Christ
- Examples of Paul, Timothy and Epaphroditus are before them
The Surpassing Worth of Knowing Christ
Philippians 3:1-11
1. Rejoice in the Lord, not in yourself (vv. 1-6)
Paul’s list of accomplishments (vv. 5-6)
- Circumcised the 8th day
- Of the stock of Israel
- Of the tribe of Benjamin
- Hebrew of the Hebrews
- Concerning the law—a Pharisee
- Concerning zeal—persecuting the church
- Concerning the law—blameless