Day Six

Reflection

…he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. -
Phil. 1:6

What does it mean that Jesus will bring the good work in us to completion?
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And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight - Phil. 1:9

Why is it important to couple love with knowledge and discernment and not separate them?
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For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. - Phil 1:22

What advantages or gains is Paul referring to when he says, “to live in Christ” and “to die is to gain”?
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...without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. - Phil 1:28

What might we be frightened right now in our life and how do we stand firm with courage?
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And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.  Phil 1:14

In what ways did God turn Paul’s imprisonment and sufferings to this advantage?