4. Action for Happiness

5. What does a follower of Jesus look like?

6. Philippians written from prison Future uncertain Explaining Paul’s desire to be 100% for Jesus

7. Philippians 4 10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.

8. Philippians 4 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

9. Content? What is contentment? How did Paul learn contentment? What has Paul learnt that I need to?

10. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content What is contentment? Freedom from dissatisfaction “Contentment is not the fulfilment of what you want but the reality of what you have.” Anon “Contentment is not the fulfilment of what you want but the reality of what you have.” Anon

11. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content What is contentment? Freedom from dissatisfaction "Contentment makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor." Benjamin Franklin. "Contentment makes poor men rich; discontent makes rich men poor." Benjamin Franklin.

12. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content What is contentment? Freedom from envy Freedom from dissatisfaction “If only I had...” There are two ways to get enough: One is to accumulate more and more, the other is to desire less. G.K. Chesterton There are two ways to get enough: One is to accumulate more and more, the other is to desire less. G.K. Chesterton

13. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content What is contentment? Freedom from envy Freedom from regret Freedom from dissatisfaction “If only I hadn’t...”

14. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content What is contentment? Freedom from envy Freedom from regret Freedom from dissatisfaction Freedom from anxiety “fear of what might happen”

15. Philippians 4: 14 Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. 15 Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; 16 for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need. 17 Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account. 18 I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.

16. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content How did Paul learn contentment?

17. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content How did Paul learn contentment? Not from changing circumstances

18. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content How did Paul learn contentment? Not from changing circumstances Not from having need met

19. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content How did Paul learn contentment? Not from changing circumstances Not from having need met Through Jesus Partnership with Jesus

20. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 6... he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Rooted himself in eternal perspective What has Paul learnt that I need to? My perspective: its all about this life pleasure not to be delayed not good at waiting in expectation

21. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Rooted himself in eternal perspective What has Paul learnt that I need to?

22. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 3: 10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. Rooted himself in eternal perspective What has Paul learnt that I need to?

23. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 3: 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Rooted himself in eternal perspective What has Paul learnt that I need to?

24. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 3: 20 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Saviour from there, the Lord Jesus Christ Rooted himself in eternal perspective What has Paul learnt that I need to?

25. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known My perspective: its all about my life directed by what suits me What has Paul learnt that I need to?

26. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 3: 8 I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known What has Paul learnt that I need to?

27. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 3: 10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known What has Paul learnt that I need to?

28. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 12 Now I want you to know, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known What has Paul learnt that I need to?

29. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 18 The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known What has Paul learnt that I need to?

30. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labour for me. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known What has Paul learnt that I need to?

31. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 18 The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice. What has Paul learnt that I need to?

32. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content My perspective: I expect/deserve comfort I rejoice if I feel like it What has Paul learnt that I need to?

33. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 1: 18 Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, 19 for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. What has Paul learnt that I need to?

34. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 2: 14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble What has Paul learnt that I need to?

35. Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Philippians 4: 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! What has Paul learnt that I need to?

36. Philippians 4 : 11 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Content Rooted himself in eternal perspective Driven by desire to know Christ and make him known A decision to rejoice and not grumble A relationship of prayer My perspective: prayer as a last resort What has Paul learnt that I need to?

37. A relationship of prayer Philippians 4 4 Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Content

38. Philippians 4 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. A choice to... Seek eternal perspective Desire to know Christ and make him known Rejoice Pray

39. Philippians 4 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Questions for reflection... How much is my lack of contentment caused by: - being distracted from wanting to know Christ and make him known? - a grumbling negative attitude? - neglecting my prayer life? - not considering myself a citizen of heaven?

40. Philippians 4 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Questions for reflection... How much is my lack of contentment caused by: - being distracted from wanting to know Christ and make him known? - a grumbling negative attitude? - neglecting my prayer life? - not considering myself a citizen of heaven?