Joyful Outsiders as Gospel Partners - Philippians 4:20-23
Joyful Outsiders as Gospel Partners
(Philippians 4:20-23)
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Looking Within, Looking Around, Looking Up - Swindoll
The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ #1 - Alec Motyer
The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ #2 - Alec Motyer
Glory (כָבוֹד) Word Study - Allen Ross
Introduction: Participating Partners in the Gospel Project (SHAPE+)
“To God be the Glory.”
The ultimate goal of life is bringing glory to God. (4:20)
“When the Saints Go Marching In” Every believer has a role to play. (4:21-22)
• Unity in the gospel project is pervasive. (4:21)
• No one is excluded from gospel partnership. (4:22)
“Amazing Grace”
The ultimate motivation for serving is the grace of Jesus. (4:23)
Because of the grace we know through Jesus Christ every believer has a part to play
in advancing the gospel message to the glory of God.
Serving in Your SHAPE Spiritual Gifts: Your Spiritually Empowered Service (Romans 12)
Heart: Your Passion for Service (Romans 1:8-10; 1 Timothy 1:3-5)
Abilities: Your Natural Abilities God Uses (Exodus 31:1-11)
Personality: Your Unchanging Orientation to Life (Acts of the Apostles)
Experience: Your Life Story Shaped by God (Romans 8:28)
Home Church Questions
Paul’s letter to the Philippians is relationally warm and eminently practical. Among the truths he presents in these verses, what would be the truth you would select as your most encouraging? most challenging?
If Paul were to point out one of these truths as most critical for the effective ministry of FBC, what would it be?
How does it change the way you view yourself to know that “every believer has a role to play” in the cause of the gospel?
In verses 21-22, Paul was linking all believers together around the gospel. What can we do as individuals and as a church to build bridges across divisive lines in the body of Christ?
Paul starts his letter with grace (1:2) and ends the letter with grace (4:23). As you have learned and experienced God’s grace in your life, how has that shaped your view of God? of the Christian life?
As we wrap up our study of Philippians, pray together that every person at FBC, young, old, and in between, would find their role so that we together would bring glory to God.
Pray for the Unreached: The Tuareg, Tamasheq of Mauritania
These people of Mauritania number approximately 136,000. Though they primarily speak Tamasheq and identify as Sunni Muslims, their faith is often mixed with folk beliefs and magic. Only 0.04% are Christian adherents, and 0.00% are evangelicals. Despite having access to the New Testament, Jesus Film, and audio recordings, the Tamasheq Tuareg remain largely unreached with the gospel. Pray for laborers to focus on the Tamasheq Taureg. Pray for influential leaders to be reached with the gospel and boldly share with others, resulting in disciple making movements among these peoples.
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Fellowship 101
We invite you to join us on Sunday, April 6, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowhipconway.org/events.
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Men’s Muster 2025
Join us April 25-27 for Men’s Muster at our NEW location—Ferncliff Camp & Conference Center in Little Rock (45 min from Conway). Take a weekend to rest, recharge, connect, and have fun. Chris Moore will lead a powerful discussion on realigning your life with the gospel. Register by April 10 at fellowshipconway.org/register.
Fellowship Women’s Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon
Join us on April 12th, 10 am-4 pm, for our Fellowship Women’s Ministry Spring Conference & Luncheon. Dive deep into scripture with Cathy as she covers many aspects of spiritual gifts. Registration fee of $25 includes lunch and is due Sunday, April 6. Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. Childcare is available by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332.
Silent Auction | April 6th
The Fellowship Youth and College Mission Teams invite you to a Silent Auction Fundraiser on Sunday, April 6th, 4-6 pm!! This is a great opportunity to hear more about our trips to Arlington, TX, and the Czech Republic, participate in supporting us financially, and walk away with some awesome winnings that include baked goods, yard work/babysitting certificates, merchandise baskets, overnight stays, and much more! Light refreshments will be provided throughout the event, and childcare is available for kids six and under by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Bring a friend, your home church, or just yourself, and join us!”
Save the Date for Fellowship on the River
Fellowship is having a church-wide gathering at Toad Suck Park across the river May 4th, at 4:00 PM. Mark your calendars. You will not want to miss it!