Philippians 3

Philippians 3:12-21 - Press On in Your Christian Life

This is a Bible study on Philippians 3:12-21.

Philippians 3:3-11 - The Definition of True Christianity

This is a Bible study on Philippians 3:3-11.

Philippians 3:1-4:1 - Stand Firm in the Lord

This is a Bible study on Philippians 3:1-4:1.

Righteousness

Looking at Philippians 3:8-9, this article shows what it means to be considered righteous in Christ. Righteousness is not equivalent to innocence.

Finding Contentment in the Enjoyment of God The Mystery of Contentment Series: Part 9

Christians can find contentment in this life by growing in union and fellowship with God. This article discusses fellowship with God based on the text of Philippians 3:1-11.

The Contentment of Longing for Heaven The Mystery of Contentment Series: Part 8

The contented Christian longs for heaven. Paul tells us in Philippians 3 that our citizenship is in heaven. We long for our heavenly home, even as we seek to serve Christ here on earth. This article is part of a series on Christian contentment.

The Contentment of the Discontented Christian The Mystery of Contentment Series: Part 5

This is the fifth article in a series on Christian contentment. The contented Christian is a believer who is constantly seeking to know God better. Philippians 3:12-21 describes Christians as those who press on toward knowing and serving God better, keeping their eyes focused on a heavenly goal.

Philippians 3:20 – Eagerly Awaiting the Saviour

This article offers an exposition of Philippians 3:20, on our heavenly citizenship.

Philippians 3:20-21 – Pressing on to Holiness

This article is an exposition of Philippians 3:20-21.

Philippians 3:17-21 – Enemies of the Cross of Christ

This article is a sermon from Martin Luther on Philippians 3:17-21.

Thirty-One Days of Purity: Trusting God with the Past

This article explains how Philippians 3:13-14 can help in winning the battle for sexual purity. Entrust your past to God.

Incorporated Righteousness: A Response to Recent Evangelical Discussion Concerning the Imputation of Christ's Righteousness in Justification

According to Bird, the central issue in current discussions with regard to the doctrine of justification is the topic of the imputation of the righteousness of Christ. Bird wants to, in dialogue with the main protagonists, seek a solution that corresponds with the biblical evidence. He first offers a short history of the doctrine of imputed righteousness since the Reformation.

The "with Christ" Motif in Paul's Thought

In this article Harvey makes a distinction between the "with Christ" and "in Christ" motifs as used by the apostle Paul. In studies when the "with Christ" concept is addressed, it is frequently associated with Paul's eschatology. This essay wants to examine the available data and reach some conclusions about how Paul uses the phrase.

Justification by the Imputation of Christ’s Righteousness

It is through the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ that we receive justification before God. God justifies us by imputing Christ righteousness to us. The author looks at Romans 4:2-6, Romans 5:12-19, Philippians 3:8-9, and 2 Corinthians 5:19-21.

Philippians 3:12-21 - Pressing on to Perfection