Philippians: Jesus, Our Joy

In this 9-session study, you’ll learn about the Christians in Philippi via the Book of Acts and Paul’s epistle. This study guide examines important topics such as prayer, encouragement, joy, suffering, generosity, and faithfulness. IntroductionGetting the Most Out of PhilippiansThis section introduces the topic, explains the structure followed in each study, and offers tips for those approaching the study on their own as well as those participating in a group. Session OneThe God Who Pursues UsPaul writes to the Philippians that he is “confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:6). This study examines how God began the good work in Philippi.Acts 16:6–34 Session TwoAn Encouraging ExamplePaul began many of his letters with a prayer of thanksgiving, but Philippians begins with a prayer of unusually great warmth and affirmation. This study invites us to consider what Paul’s opening prayer reveals about