Recalculate, Part 6 - "Seeking the Peace of God"


Speaker Notes

Seeking The Peace Of God

Philippians 4:1-9

Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity

4.1 Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends!

I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life.

Final Exhortations

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

5 ways to Seek the Peace of God:
1 - Always stand firm in the Lord
a - our citizenship is in Heaven
b - we await the return of Our Savior
c - God is in the process of transforming us to be more like Jesus
2 - Practice Unity
3 - Trade “Anxiety” for “Trust in the Lord”
a - practice the habit of Rejoicing
b - let your Gentleness be evident to all
c - remember that the Lord is near
d - pray
4 - Trust in the Promises of God
a - a Touch of God that passes all understanding
b - God’s Peace will guard us
c - the God of Peace will be with you
5 - Maintain the conditions of Peace
a - a rejoicing heart
b - a disciplined mind
c - a determination to put lessons into practice

Paul’s church: North River Community Church in Pembroke