Phi-líp 1:3-11

The letter Paul wrote to the church in Philippi has traveled across generations to nourish and challenge our hearts and minds today. This five-day devotional gives you a taste of the book of Philippians, many centuries from when God authored it through Paul. May God fill you with wonder and expectation as you read this letter of joy! Because these are not just Paul’s words to an ancient church—these are God’s words to you.

Lời “cảm ơn” này gửi đến người Phi-líp mang đến cho họ một góc nhìn vui vẻ về những thời điểm khó khăn mà họ đang trải qua và khuyến khích họ cùng nhau vượt qua những khó khăn đó một cách khiêm tốn. Đi du lịch hàng ngày qua Phi-líp khi bạn nghe nghiên cứu âm thanh và đọc những câu chọn lọc từ lời Chúa.

Learn how best to pray, both from the prayers of the faithful and from the words of Jesus Himself. Find encouragement to keep taking your requests to God every day, with persistence and patience. Explore examples of empty, self righteous prayers, balanced against the pure prayers of those with clean hearts. Pray constantly.

The Bible tells us that "in His presence is fullness of joy" and that "the joy of the Lord is our strength". Joy isn't simply another emotion; it is a fruit of the Spirit and one of the best weapons in your arsenal to fight against discouragement, depression, and defeat. Learn what the Bible has to say about joy, and strengthening yourself to become a defiantly joyful Christian.