February 25, 2024
Pastor Alan Smith

Sermon Notes

Philippians 1:27-28
Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God.

I. Above All, and At All Cost

A. As A Citizen
B. The Highest Standard

II. Standing Together

Unity of the Body is Evidence of Living Worthy of the Gospel

Next Steps

• I want to be a citizen of Heaven. I commit my life to Jesus for the first time today.
• I commit to unity and to serve the body of Jesus
• I will carry hope where I live, work, learn, and play

Deep Dive

1. Read Isaiah 52:7. What does this communicate about the Gospel?
2. Compare Isaiah to Romans 10:15. How does Paul see Isaiah 52?
3. How would living like a citizen of heaven impact your daily life?

Springboards

1. Describe a painful situation that you learned and grew from.
2. How does our perspective impact our ability to navigate hardship?
3. Read Romans 8:28 and discuss how God can use hardship in our lives.