The Fact of Christ's Nearness

Sermon Outline:

The Book of Philippians

Paul’s Conclusion to the Philippians (4:4-23) (Part 3)

Paul Commanded the Philippians (4:4-9) (Part C)

Practicing the Presence of the Lord (Part 3)

VII. Paul’s Conclusion to the Philippians (4:4-23)

A. Paul Commanded the Philippians (4:4-9)

1. Live in Light of Christ’s Nearness (4:4-7)

a. A Life Full of Joy (4:4)

b. A Life Fervent in Gentleness (4:5a)

c. The Fact of Christ’s Return (4:5b)

1) The Nearness of Christ in His Coming

a) The Fact of Christ’s Coming (1 + 1 = 1)

b) The Application of Christ’s Coming (Alertness)

2) The Nearness of Christ in His Presence

a) The Old Testament’s Expression of God’s Nearness

b) The New Testament’s Validation of Christ’s Nearness