TYC 2016 That I May Gain Christ - A Study in Philippians

The class explores Philippians, focusing on Paul's Christ-centered life and the importance of building a relationship with Christ. It emphasizes the need to know and emulate Christ's character and ways, encouraging discipleship and personal devotion.

Passages: Philippians 1:2, Philippians 1:11, Philippians 3:10, Jeremiah 9:23-24, Jeremiah 22:15-16, Matthew 25:14-30

The class focuses on Philippians 2, emphasizing the importance of developing Jesus Christ's attitude of service and humility. It discusses how Jesus served others, even to the point of death, and encourages believers to practice humility and service in their daily lives.

Passages: Philippians 2:5-8, John 13:1-17, Philippians 1:21-24, Luke 12:37

The class explores Philippians 3:7-10, focusing on Paul's emphasis on sharing in Christ's sufferings as a vital component of discipleship. It discusses the nature of suffering in a Christian life, emphasizing personal change, opposition to sin, and enduring trials with faith.

Passages: Philippians 3:7-10, Matthew 16:24, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 8:17, Hebrews 12:1-3

The class discusses Philippians 4:11-13, focusing on contentment in Christ's presence. It explores the concept of contentment through Paul's example and contrasts it with the pursuit of wealth and achievements, emphasizing the importance of faith and a relationship with Christ.

Passages: Philippians 4:11-13, 1 Timothy 1:12, 2 Timothy 4:14-17

The class discusses Philippians, focusing on building a relationship with Christ through knowing him, serving him, thinking like him, and sharing his sufferings. It emphasizes the importance of faith in Christ's resurrection and uses the metaphor of Christ as the bridegroom and believers as his bride, drawing parallels from Ephesians and Revelation.

Passages: Philippians 1:18, Ephesians 5:29, Revelation 19:7