A Word of Encouragement

Philippians 1:27-30 presents a word of encouragement to the church at Philippi. Without doubt, the church was in need of that encouragement -- and, in fact, every church needs this same Word. With that encouragement comes also instruction concerning a godly walk. The Word is applicable to us especially today. In verse 27, the apostle speaks of our "conversation." This word is generally understood to mean not one's speech, but rather his entire life and walk. Literally, the word speaks of...