Illustrations from Philippians
188 illustrations referencing Philippians
Finding Nonviolent Resistance in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time,...
A Contemporary Vocation Story
In our modern world, Vocation presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate thes...
Real-World Environmental Stewardship
Climate change presents one of the greatest moral challenges of our time, and progressive Christians are called to respond with both urgency and hope. Take the story of the Green Church movement, wher...
When Immigration and Welcome Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Immigration and Welcome presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their tim...
Lessons from Prophecy
In our modern world, Prophecy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate thes...
A Contemporary Work Story
In our modern world, Work presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these wa...
The Trust Challenge
In our modern world, Trust presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
Finding Beauty in Everyday Moments
In our modern world, Beauty presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these ...
When Folly Meets Real Life
In our modern world, Folly presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these w...
Real-World Easter
In our modern world, Easter presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these ...
A Modern Story of Pentecost
In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate the...
When Mental Health & Spirituality Meets Faith
Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their an...
When Kindness - Story
A story related to this content In periods of growth, we see how kindness provides blessing to those who act.
The Power of Self-control - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Just as a anchor holding steady, self-control teaches us that obedience leads to growth.
A Story of Mercy - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The example of Andrew shows that mercy is not about works but about grace.
C.S. Lewis's Grief Observed - Anglican (Philippians 4:13)
After his wife Joy died, C.S. Lewis wrote "A Grief Observed"—raw, honest, doubting. He questioned everything, including God. "Where is God?" he demanded. "Go to Him when your need is desperate... and ...
A Story of Mercy - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The example of Andrew shows that mercy is not about works but about grace. Supporting quote: "[Relevant quote that supports this principle]"
Persecuted Church Endurance - Dispensational (Philippians 4:13)
In restricted nations today, Christians face imprisonment, torture, and death for their faith. Yet the church in these places often grows faster than anywhere else. A Chinese house church leader, afte...
Bonhoeffer's Final Strength - Lutheran (Philippians 4:13)
In April 1945, Dietrich Bonhoeffer was led to execution at Flossenbürg concentration camp. The camp doctor witnessed his death and wrote: "I have hardly ever seen a man die so entirely submissive to t...
Smith Wigglesworth's Bold Faith - Pentecostal (Philippians 4:13)
Smith Wigglesworth was an uneducated plumber who became one of Pentecostalism's most powerful evangelists. He claimed he had never read any book except the Bible. When asked how he accomplished such m...
The Example of Faithfulness - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content Like a key unlocking a door, faithfulness requires testify to see {result}.
Lessons from Perseverance - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Just as a star shining in darkness, perseverance teaches us that trust leads to victory.
Lessons from Love - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The story of Michael illustrates how love transforms lives through faith.
The Power of Compassion - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept Like a tree rooted deep, compassion requires seek to see {result}.