BIBLE READING PLANNER

After the journey to Rome, described in Acts 27-28, the Apostle Paul wrote further letters (epistles) to some of the brethren and sisters he had visited on earlier journeys.

This contains the wonderful theme of the Church as the Body of Christ.

It calls believers to a united and exalted life in Him.

THE EPISTLE TO THE PHILIPPIANS

This also speaks of the need for unity in Christ in our spiritual warfare. The letter is full of joy.

Paul speaks of how true disciples of Jesus should fight against sin and strive to follow the example of Jesus (Philippians 2:5). They should show Godly values in their lives  (Philippians 3:20) and not be anxious for anything but rather trust in God to provide (Philippians 4:6)

DAILY NOTES

SUNDAY - Ephesians 4 - Those who have the ONE FAITH (verses 4-6) and the new outlook (verses 22-24), together become the Body of Christ' (verses 13-16).

MONDAY - Ephesians 5 - Christ is the Head of the Body (the true Church) (verse 23) and he is the heavenly Bridegroom (verses 25-27). Note the principles of a good marriage (verses 22-29).

TUESDAY - Ephesians 6 - Discipleship is possible for all kinds of people (verses 1, 4, 5, 9). The sword of the Spirit is the word of God (verse 17) to be used in being valiant for truth.

WEDNESDAY - Philippians 1 - Be valiant for what is true, like a good soldier of Jesus Christ (verses 27-28).

THURSDAY - Philippians 2 - Christ gave up all (verses 7-8). So God later exalted him to be Lord of all (verses 9-11).

FRIDAY - Philippians 3 - It is worth us giving up all to be associated with Christ (verses 7-14). He will return to earth (verses 20-21) and we then may be exalted to share his rule.