Phippians 3:12-4:1 Questions for Growth Groups / Personal ReflectionRe-Read Philippians 3:12-4:1
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Re-Read Philippians 3:12-4:1
Did anything strike you from this passage or talk?
Introduction
If someone said, “I’ve already arrived in the Christian life,” how do you think Paul would respond?
If grace is seen as an excuse to sit back and do nothing, what would Paul say?
Philippians 3:12–16
How can we be declared perfect in Christ, yet still imperfect in practice?
Why does Paul urge us to leave both failures and successes behind?
What will straining towards what is ahead look like for you this week — in your work, family, or church life?
How does Paul encourage us that we will reach heaven one day? (cf. 1:6; 2:1; 3:14)
Philippians 3:17–4:1
Why does Paul say, “Follow my example”? What does that mean for us today?
How are Timothy and Epaphroditus also examples worth following? (2:19–30)
Whose example has helped you “catch” the Christian life, and why?
Who might be watching your example — at home, at church, or at work?
What warning signs show someone is a bad example to follow? (3:18–19)
In contrast, what identifies someone as a good example to follow? (3:17, 20–21)
What will standing firm in the Lord mean for you this week, especially when pressures or distractions come?
Spend some time praying about the above.