Chunks: Paul's Letter to the Philippians | Episode 32: Past, present, and future

Paul, who trained as a Pharisee, knows his Scripture, and it shows in the words and images he uses with the Philippians. In his letter, we can hear references to the stories of Genesis and Deuteronomy, as well as the prophecies of Daniel and Jeremiah. Even if the Philippians know nothing of the Hebrew Scriptures, Paul wants to stoke their imaginations in such a way that they can being seeing themselves are part of the ongoing story they tell.

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.