1. In Philippians 3:2, Paul uses some extremely strong language to address a certain topic. What was that topic?
2. Who were the “ravenous dogs” and “evil workers” to whom Paul referred in Philippians 3:2?
3. What is the circumcision to which Paul refers in Philippians 3:3-4 and Romans 2:28-29?
4. In Philippians 3:4-6, Paul appears to be boasting. Is he? If not, why does he say the things he does?
5. What is the practical lesson of Philippians 3:8 for Christians today?
6. In Philippians 3:10, Paul spoke of having “fellowship in Christ’s sufferings.” What did he mean by that statement?
7. In Philippians 3:12, Paul wrote, “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.” Explain his comment.
8. What is so sad about the statement in Hebrews 5:12?
9. In Philippians 3:13-14, Paul mentioned that he was “pressing toward” a “prize.” What was that prize?
10. What is the importance of Paul’s comment in Philippians 3:13-14, “forgetting the things that are behind?”
11. How does Hebrews 8:12 factor into Paul’s comment about “forgetting the things that are behind”?
12. In Philippians 3:17, Paul wrote, “Brethren, join in following my example, and
note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.” What was his point in
offering this particular admonition?
13. According to Philippians 3:20-21, Christians don’t really “belong” here on
Earth. Why not?
14. If
you had to choose a single word to describe the contents of the Book of Philippians,
what would that word be?
15. In
Philippians 3:18-19, Paul spoke of some “whose
glory is in their shame.” Who
were these people?
16. According to 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, how will Jesus “retrieve” Christians who
are still alive when He returns?
THE GOSPEL OF CHRIST,