#Philippians 1:2

[s-o-a-p-ing]

PHILIPPIANS S.O.A.P. ~ CHAPTER 1

Friday, 2/21/25

SCRIPTURE:

I thank my God every time I mention you in my prayers.  I’m thankful for all of you every time I pray, and it’s always a prayer full of joy. ~ Philippians 1:3-4

OBSERVATION:

Kind of funny how this spoke to me in reverse order...

"...a prayer full of joy..."

"...every time I pray..."

"...I'm thankful..."

"...for all of you..."

"...every time I mention you in my prayers..."

"...I thank my God..."

Doesn't change the meaning (does it?)

APPLICATION:

Pray

...joyfully

...thankfully...

...every time..

PRAYER: Verses 9-11 - "personalized"

Loving Father God; May my love become even more and more rich with knowledge and all kinds of insight.  May I be able to decide what really matters and so that I will be sincere and blameless on the day of Christ.  May I be filled with the fruit of righteousness, which comes from Jesus Christ, in order to give You glory and praise. In Name of Jesus... 

May the grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. (v 2)

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"Grace and Peace to You": Change Your Greeting, and Maybe Change the World

Paul’s epistles didn’t skimp on introductions. When he wrote to his friends in Philippi, he said, “Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Philippians 1:2, NIV). This is a very simple greeting, but as is often the case, sometimes something simple can be quite profound… Author Linda Olsson said, “It’s often about the simple things, isn’t it? Painting and…

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Philippians 2:1-2 (NKJV) - Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

[biblequotesdaily]

So the servants went out into the streets and gathered all the people they could find, the bad as well as the good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests.

“But when the king came in to see the guests, he noticed a man there who was not wearing wedding clothes. He asked, ‘How did you get in here without wedding clothes, friend?’ The man was speechless.

 “Then the king told the attendants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’

“For many are invited, but few are chosen.”

Matthew 22:10-14

Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”

1 Peter 5:5

But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to fulfil the lusts thereof.

Romans 13:14

And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.

Philippians 2:8

Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;

Colossians 3:12

If we say we are his, we must follow the example of Christ.

1 John 2:6

just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.

Matthew 20:28

[walkswithmyfather]

“I am going to prepare a place for you!” (John MacDuff, "The Words of Jesus")

"I am going to prepare a place for you! When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with Me where I am." John 14:2-3

What a wondrous thought!

Jesus is now busied in Heaven in His people's behalf! He can find no abode in all His wide dominions, befitting as a permanent dwelling for His ransomed ones.

He says, "I will make a new heavens and a new earth. I will found a special kingdom. I will rear eternal mansions expressly for those I have redeemed with my blood!"

Orphaned pilgrims, dry your tears! Soon the sighs of a groaning and burdened creation will be heard no more. Soon He will come again, to receive those who followed Him in His cross, to be everlasting partakers with Him in His crown!”

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain!” Philippians 1:21

“I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far!” Philippians 1:23

#CarryTheLight

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

Unity Through Humility

1 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, affections.

2 Fulfill you my joy, that you be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. of one mind, united in spirit. — Philippians 2:1-2 | KJV Easy Read Bible (KJVEasy) The Trusted King James in an Easy Read Format® is a registered trademarks of Whitaker Corporation. Cross References: Psalm 133:1; Jeremiah 32:39; Ezekiel 32:39; Zephaniah 3:9; John 13:34-35; John 17:21-23; Acts 4:32; Romans 12:10; Romans 15:5-6; 1 Corinthians 1:10; 2 Corinthians 13:11; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 4:1-6; 1 Thessalonians 5:13; 1 Peter 3:8; 1 John 4:7-12

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Notes: Philippians 2:1-2 is a call to unity, love, and humility among believers. Paul encourages them to live in harmony, sharing in the joy of Christ and seeking to fulfill his purpose by being of one mind and heart.

[pastorhogg]

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As the Day Begins: Seeking Strength in His PresenceIn this morning’s meditation on 1 Chronicles 16:11, we are called to begin each day by seeking the Lord’s strength and presence. In doing so, we root ourselves in His power rather than our own striving, setting the tone for a Spirit-led day. A Year in the Life of Jesus: When Seeing Still Isn’t BelievingOur reading in Matthew 12:38–42 reminds us…

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I hate when I get into these phases when once I process through one thing causing me anxiety there's another thing right behind it

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Scriptures for if you're struggling with anxiety

Psalm 94:19"When anxiety is great within us, God's consolation brings us joy."

John 16:32"I am not alone, for my Father is with me."

Philippians 4:6-7“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus."

Psalm 46:10"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth!"

2 Timothy 1:7"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind."

1 Peter 5:7"We should cast all anxiety on God, because He cares for us."

Psalm 42:5"Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my savior and my God."

[fluentmoviequoter]

omg I loveeee your fics!! And I’m a Christian too🥹I got so excited seeing that in your bio

I love Jesus and Tim Bradford… and Jesus for creating Tim Bradford, fanfiction and you! Because now I get to read fics that make me happy :)

God blessss❤️❤️❤️❤️

Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you enjoy my stories and thanks for the kind message!! And me too; Jesus, Tim Bradford, and good stories could be my life motto.🤭

God definitely did good work with the imaginations behind Tim Bradford and fan fiction, and I’m super thankful for this platform to share my writing because I love it!! It’s awesome to hear from another Christian here, and I’m so happy my fics make you happy. I hope you have a blessed week and stick around! I’d love to hear more from you!!🥰

I’m in a class right now where I’ve been digging into why I write the kind of creative literature I do and through that and Tumblr I’ve learned that I tend to write for readers and I feel blessed to have so many reader here (including you)!!

[graceandpeacejoanne]

1 John Bonus: What is Love? (Part 2 of 3)

Probably the best-known passage on love in the Greek scriptures is found Paul’s first letter to the church in Corinth, 1 Corinthians 13. #WhatisLove #Agape #1Corinthians13

Expositors will often speak of heavenly love as agape, and probably the best-known passage on love in the Greek scriptures is found Paul’s first letter to the church in Corinth, 1 Corinthians 13. 1 Corinthians 13 In this chapter, Paul describes the nature of agape as patient, kind, humble, cooperative, even-tempered, generous-hearted in a way that conveys trust and loyalty, ever…

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Judges 6:15-16, “But Gideon said to Him, “Please Lord, how am I to rescue Israel? Behold, my family is the least [significant] in Manasseh, and I am the youngest (smallest) in my father’s house.” The Lord answered him, “I will certainly be with you, and you will strike down the Midianites as [if they were only] one man.” (AMP) There was a sign that read Antique Auto Show, so Rob and his wife…

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A Lost Culture Of Reverence

Listen to the podcast of this post by clicking on the player below, and you can also subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or Audible.  https://craigtowens.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/a-lost-culture-of-reverence.mp3 There are several psalms that are regal in their focus—talking about the King’s coronation, or the King ruling on His throne, or the ultimate victory of the King that is coming…

[biblequotesdaily]

This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.

For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,

2 Timothy 3:1 & 2

Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.

Philippians 2:3

But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”

James 4:6

[walkswithmyfather]

1. When you need, God knows:

Philippians 4:19 (NIV). “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.”

2. When you ask, God listens:

Proverbs 15:29 (ESV). “The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.”

3. When you believe, God works:

2 Kings 20:5 (NIV). “I have heard your prayer; I have seen your tears. Behold, I will heal you.”

4. When you thank, God gives more. Jesus gave thanks and fed the five thousand!

Matthew 14:17-21 (NIV). “We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish,” they answered. “Bring them here to me,” he said. And he directed the people to sit down on the grass. Taking the five loaves and the two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve basketfuls of broken pieces that were left over. The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children.”

5. Everything comes from God:

James 1:17 (AMP). “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above; it comes down from the Father of lights [the Creator and Sustainer of the heavens], in whom there is no variation [no rising or setting] or shadow cast by His turning [for He is perfect and never changes].”

6. And whatever you give, you'll get just as much back, if not more!

Luke 6:38 (CSB). “Give, and it will be given to you; a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over—will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.”

We serve a good, loving and giving God! Amen! 🙏🕊️🙌

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

One in Christ

So if there is any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort oun ei tis paraklēsis en Christos ei tis paramythion

from love, if any fellowship in the Spirit, if any affection and agapē ei tis koinōnia pneuma ei tis splanchon kai

compassion, make my joy complete by being like-minded, oiktirmos plēroō egō ho chara hina ho autos

having the same love, united in spirit with a single purpose. echō ho autos agapē sympsychos ho heis phroneō — Philippians 2:1-2 | Mounce Reverse Interlinear New Testament (MOUNCE) The Mounce Reverse Interlinear™ New Testament (MOUNCE) Copyright © 2011 by William D. Mounce. All rights reserved worldwide. Cross References: Isaiah 16:11; John 3:29; Romans 12:16; Romans 15:5; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Colossians 3:12; Philippians 4:2

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Five Incentives for Christian Unity: Philippians 2:1–2