In this course, Dr. Robert Sloan takes you verse by verse through Philippians. You’ll explore themes of fellowship, Christ and the gospel, unity in the church, suffering, death, resurrection, justification, and more. You’ll learn the historical background of the city of Philippi and gain context as to why Paul emphasized some things over others in his letter. Dr. Sloan addresses these topics with his engaging presence and clear communication style. If you desire practical, straightforward exposition on Philippians, Dr. Sloan will not disappoint.
Introduction
Introduction
Introducing the Speaker and the Course
1m
Paul’s Letter to the Philippians
The Epistle of Joy
5m
Exploring Themes in Philippians with Louw-Nida and Visual Filters
7m
Cultural Causes of Conflict in Philippi
10m
Paul Responds with a Letter
6m
Stand Unified and Persevere
7m
Hold Fast to the Gospel and Rejoice
8m
Thanksgiving, Petition, and Encouragement
Philippi as a Roman Colony
9m
Unity Is Our Best Defense
7m
To the People of God
6m
Grace and Peace
6m
Paul’s Prayer of Thanksgiving
6m
Paul’s Justified Confidence in the Philippians
6m
Partnership in Grace and in Defending the Gospel
5m
Love in Suffering
7m
Studying the “Day of Christ” and “Day of the Lord” with the Topic Guide
6m
Nothing Can Stop the Progress of the Gospel
The Gospel Spreads in Rome
5m
The Authority of the Gospel
9m
Deliverance through Prayers and the Spirit of Christ
7m
Either Living or Dying Will Exalt Christ
4m
Both Life and Death Are Journeys
6m
Confidence in the Provision of Christ
4m
Persevere and Follow Christ’s Example
Live in a Way Worthy of the Gospel
7m
Defining the Greek Word Politeuomai with BDAG
4m
Don’t Be Alarmed by Your Opponents
6m
Be of One Mind with One Another
8m
Have the Mind of Christ
11m
Let Perseverance Result in Salvation
10m
Creating and Searching a Collection of Philippians Commentaries
7m
Overcome Divisiveness
9m
No Matter What Happens, Persevere
8m
Exploring “Drink Offering” with Feasts and Sacrifices Interactive
7m
An Excursus on Timothy and Epaphroditus
Plans to Send Timothy
6m
Honoring Epaphroditus
10m
Stand Firm in the Lord
Overview of Philippians 3:1–4:1
6m
Rejoice in the Lord
9m
What Does It Mean to Be Saved?
8m
Who Are the People of God?
7m
Beware of False Teachers and False Credentials
8m
Understanding How Dogs Were Viewed in the Biblical World
5m
The Authentic Credentials of God’s People
10m
Now and Not Yet
9m
Becoming Fully United with Christ
6m
Attaining to the Resurrection
7m
“Pressing On” Is a Mark of God’s People
8m
The Mindset of Christ
5m
Suffering with Christ
11m
Studying Paul’s Life with Media Search and the Timeline Tool
5m
Our Citizenship in Heaven
6m
Standing Firm in the Lord
5m
Examining Pericope Divisions with the Passage Analysis Tool
3m
Closing Exhortations and Greetings
Euodia and Syntyche
8m
Passing from Anxiety to the Peace of God
9m
Comparing Translations of Philippians 4:5
6m
Living Out Christian Virtues
9m
Paul’s Contentment and Christ-Sufficiency
8m
Gratitude for the Philippian Partnership
11m
Benediction, Final Greetings, and a Closing Blessing
8m
Performing a Morphological Search and Adding to a Visual Filter