Chunks: Paul's Letter to the Philippians | Episode 29: Working out

Paul is the apostle of grace; he teaches that salvation is a freely given, unearned gift of God. But then he tells the Philippians that they should “work out [their] salvation with fear and trembling” (2:12). On the surface, that doesn’t sound like grace. Is he really saying that the Philippians should work to earn their salvation, in fear that they might not do enough to satisfy God?

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.