I. Joyful Memories - Philippians 1:1-8

A. Paul prays with joy despite his circumstances - v. 4, 7

B. Gratitude for the past helps us face the present - v. 3, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

C. Contentment is a result of our faith - Hebrews 13:5-6

II. Joyful Prayers - Philippians 1:9-11

A. In the middle of difficult physical circumstances Paul prays for others - v. 9-11

B. Paul prays for spiritual things - 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13

III. Joyful Circumstances - Philippians 1:12-14

A. Paul had the maturity to see the positive in his suffering - 1 Peter 3:14-17

B. We can take joy in our suffering, knowing the eventual end - Romans 8:16-19, 28

C. Love suffers - 1 Corinthians 13:4a