The Hidden Hand of Providence?A Study in the Book of Esther — PA Conference 2014
Gene Cunningham - May 23, 2003
Profiles in Providence #7
Christ won the victory. We rejoice because Christ has won the victory (Phi 4:4). His prize is manifest when the saints are translated and enemies subdued (Phi 3:20-21). Paul looks foward to standing before Christ to claim his inheritance (Phi 4:1-9). All believers are heirs; not many are joint heirs (Rom 8:17). Jesus pattern -- the work then the witness". "The Lord is at hand" (Phi 4:5) means that He is watching; He is with us. "Be anxious for nothing ... and the peace of God will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus (Phi 4:6-7). "guard" means the mighty angels will surround us to guard our hearts. Someone is watching you; what do they see (Phi 4:8-9)?
Conference notes for this series can be found [HERE]
Scripture References: Romans 8:17, Philippians 4:1-9, Philippians 3:20-21, Philippians 4:4, Philippians 4:8-9, Philippians 4:6-7, Philippians 4:5
From Series: "Philippians - Profiles in Providence - Florida 2008"
Philippians 1:12 starts out "Now I want you to know brethren that my circumstances have turned out for the greater progress of the Gospel". It's a key verse in the letter Paul wrote to those faithful believers while he was in chains.