We look at unity in Jesus. We learn that true unity in the church only works when you have something to anchor that unity to. When we love the brothers and sisters in our local church, it shows that we really are followers of Jesus. It also shows the world that the gospel is true and powerful. We will see that there are threats to unity within the church if Christians allow pride to drive their relationships in the church. Then there is the external threat, that this unity is under, from opposition outside the Church. If we can truly grasp the very real sacrifice of Christ for our sin, then it should serve to humble us when pride starts to creep its way in. In acknowledging that Christ’s suffering is the greatest sacrifice, we can find comfort in our suffering that also emboldens our unity in the Church.

This week we look at what it means to live in Christ. We explore Paul's current circumstances under house arrest and his ability to turn opposition to the Gospel into opportunities for the Gospel. We learn that the Christian faith is not like any other religion that can simply be picked or put down like some modern lifestyle choice. Living for Christ has massive repercussions, not only on the lives of those who believe, but also on those who are yet to embrace the truth of the Gospel. We will understand that far from being tolerated, the world is so diametrically opposed to the Gospel, that it will go to great lengths to suppress it. But in doing so, what the world intended for evil, God will use for good. Come and learn how having the joy of Christ in your life, can rescue you from chains of this world.

We start our new series in Philippians looking at the theme of Discipleship. What does it look like to be a follower of Jesus? This week we look at how our assurance in Christ comes from the belief that God is in control. We learn that in the good times and the bad times, God is doing a work in us during those times, so to finish the work He started. We will come to understand that if we allow God to work in us through every season of our lives, and desire more insight and knowledge of God through the Word, we will learn that Christ will never let us down.