Weekly Bulletin

The Good Life

5 Lies About the Good Life:

1. Hardship must be avoided

“…what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel.” Philippians 1:12

2. Other people are a threat

“…whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice.” Philippians 1:18

3. Strength comes from within

“I…will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.” Philippians 1:20

4. Life is about me

“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21

5. Life is for me

“…through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.” Philippians 1:25-26

The good life: Christ.

Which of the 5 lies about the good life are most tempting for you to believe?
Paul says his imprisonment actually helped advance the gospel. What has God accomplished through the hardships you have faced in the past?
When you think about verse 21 saying “to live is Christ,” what comes to mind for you?