Desert Springs Community Church
Philippians 1:2 NASB1995
Provision: Grace
· Charis (Philippians 4:23)
· Paul is speaking of “living grace”, not “saving grace” (1 Peter 5:10)
· God provides grace in difficult moments (Hebrews 4:16)
· God does not typically give grace ahead of time, but simply in the moment of need
Provision: Peace
· The traditional Jewish greeting is “Shalom” – Peace
· Paul is referencing the “Peace of God”, not “Peace with God” (Romans 5:1, Philippians 4:6-7)
· The peace of God is a result of His grace in your life (2 Corinthians 12:9-10)
· Living in peace is the opportunity of every believer
Provider: Almighty God
· The source of grace and peace is God
· Because God is the source, He has a big enough supply for you (Psalm 23:4)
· His grace and peace are experienced in His person – personal relationship (Exodus 33:19, Revelation 21:3-4)