Chunks: Paul's Letter to the Philippians | Episode 4: Purposefully unconventional

Personal letters in Paul’s day tended to follow certain conventions, and the letters of the New Testament are no exception. Paul himself adopts such customs and then adapts them to his pastoral purposes. The opening greeting in Philippians (1:1-2) is one of Paul’s most complicated; it’s not only what he says, but what he doesn’t say that matters. 

What is Chunks: Paul's Letter to the Philippians ?

Of all of the apostle Paul's letters, his letter to the church in Philippi is one of the most beloved. He writes as a friend, a mentor, and a pastor to people who have always been generous in their support. At the same time, he addresses the challenges that are coming at them from both outside and inside the congregation. We will explore his warm, wise counsel for its relevance today.