GRACE Fellowship Church of Westerville
Philippians 2:1-2
"Carrying the Mark of Christ"
There is a truth which has emerged in these verses. In the last four verses of chapter one and the opening verses of chapter two, Paul speaks of a need for close relationships among believers. It is a matter of unity, and there are two reasons why. Let’s look into these reasons together.
Philippians 2:1-2 ESV
Philippians 1:27 ESV
> Encouragement in Christ
John 17:21 ESV
> The incentive of love
John 13:34 ESV
> Christian fellowship
1 John 1:3 ESV
1 John 1:6-7 ESV
> Affection and sympathy
Philippians 2:11-12 ESV
John 13:35 ESV
-Small Group Questions-
1. Discuss in detail the four legs of Christian unity Paul brings out in this passage.
a. Because there is “encouragement”
b. Because there is a “comfort from His love”
c. Because there is a “fellowship with the Spirit”
d. Because there is an experience of the “tenderness and compassion” of God