Philippians 2:1212 Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. We work for FORMATION not JUSTIFICATION.Philippians 2:13For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him. Spiritual exercise is in ...  Read More

Read: Philippians 2:1-18Notice how verses 12-18 flow from what Paul has taught us from Christ's example in the previous verses. We can call the outcome Paul is identifying here "spiritual formation" (Galatians 4:19).According to v 12, why is it important to pursue this sort of formation in partnership with others as much as we can. What might happen in Paul's absence from the Philippians?Using the...  Read More

Would you be interested in either of these opportunities?Two weeks ago we introduced you to Sam Hust during our Missions Moment. Sam has been working for 25 years in the Czech Republic, and we have had the privilege of supporting his work for many years. Sam spends much of his time building up the church, supporting Ukrainian refugees and churches, and mentoring the next generation. You can learn ...  Read More

Read: Philippians 2:1-11 and Isaiah 45:18-251. Last week Paul reminded us that our citizenship is in heaven. Our Lord and loyalties lie with that location and economy.  What does it say to you about the love of God for Jesus to leave his position there to reside with us, and rescue us??2. Why would we need to be told to be humble and not selfish? What is the goal of self-exaltation?  What typicall...  Read More

Philippians 2:1-41 Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.3 Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as ...  Read More

We are excited to celebrate this Easter with you! Believe it or not, Easter is only a week away, and we want to encourage you to invite those in your lives who are not connected to a local church to join you at CFC this year. People are far more receptive to – and may even be expecting – someone inviting them to church for Easter. We were created for relationships, so it’s no surprise that a perso...  Read More

Read Philippians 1:27-301. What should be our top consideration when it comes to the proclamation of the gospel? (v27).2. What is the difference between living a life worthy of the gospel and living a life to merit the gospel? (v27)3. How does living a life worthy of the gospel impact others in the church, the lost, and even yourself? How have you seen this play out? (v27-30)4. How could suffering...  Read More

Philippians 1:27-3027 Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you, I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News. 28 Don’t be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will ...  Read More

Read: Philippians 1:12-26Have you ever been through a bad experience where you were confident that God was working through the mess of it? Our normal response is to question God as to why we are in the mess and appeal to Him for deliverance immediately. What are your thoughts about this?Read Genesis 50:16-20  Knowing this story well, how might Paul understand his own current situation with that of...  Read More

“I count it my honor and happiness that I preach to a free people who have the Bible in their hands. To your Bibles I appeal. I entreat, I charge you to receive nothing upon my word any farther than I can prove it from the Word of God. And bring every preacher and every sermon that you hear to the same standard.”-John NewtonPhilippians 1:12-1412 And I want you to know, my dear brothers and sisters...  Read More

Hello, Church Family! We are absolutely thrilled to let you know about a new resource we have available to our congregation and anyone else who might benefit.Did you know that American Sign Language is the third most-used language in North America after only English and Spanish?1 It is estimated that there could be as many as 2 million deaf people in the United States alone, and there are many mor...  Read More

Read: Philippians 1:3-11What does Paul's opening expression of prayer say to you about the importance of gratitude? How do you think gratitude reinforces a biblical understanding of joy?There are two aspects of God's "good work" going on in this passage. What are the two aspects?How do you support specific missionaries who have left the comfort and security of home to venture into places to advanc...  Read More