Philippians 1:1 - Who wrote the letter to Philippi?
Paul (and Timothy).

Philippians 1:1 - How does Paul describe himself and Timothy to the Philippians?
Servants of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:1 - Who is Philippians written to?
The saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons.

Philippians 1:2 - How does Paul greet the Church at Philippi?
"Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ."

Philippians 1:3 - Paul tells the Philippians that he thanks God every time he does what?
Remembers them.

Philippians 1:4 - Paul says that in all his prayers for the Philippians, he always prays in what manner?
With joy.

Philippians 1:5 - Why does Paul tell the Philippians that he always prays with joy for them?
Because of their partnership in the gospel from the first day until then.

Philippians 1:6 - Paul said that he was confident of what for the Philippians?
The He who began a good work in them would carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:7 - Why did Paul say it was right for him to feel the way he did about the Philippians?
Because he had them in his heart.

Philippians 1:7 - Paul told the Philippians that whether he was in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, the Philippians would do what?
Share in God's grace with him.

Philippians 1:8 - Who did Paul say could testify about his longing for the Philippians?
God.

Philippians 1:8 - How did Paul say he longed for the Philippians?
With the affection of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:9 - Paul said that his prayer for the Philippians is what?
That their love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight.

Philippians 1:10 - Why was Paul's prayer for the Philippians that they abound in knowledge and insight?
So that they may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ.

Philippians 1:11 - Paul wished for the Philippians to be filled with what?
The fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ.

Philippians 1:11 - Paul told the Philippians that their being filled with the fruit of righteousness would do what?
Glorify and praise God.

Philippians 1:12 - What did Paul tell the Philippians was good about what had happened to him (his imprisonment for Christ)?
It had really served to advance the gospel.

Philippians 1:13 - What had happened at Paul's place of imprisonment as a result of him being there?
It had become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that he was in chains for Christ.

Philippians 1:14 - How had the brothers in the church been affected by Paul's imprisonment?
They were encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly.

Philippians 1:15 - What did Paul concede was true about how some preached the gospel?
Some preached out of envy and rivalry.

Philippians 1:15 - Paul said that although some preached Christ out of envy and rivalry, other preached it how?
Out of good will.

Philippians 1:16 - Paul said that those who preach Christ out of good will do so for what reason?
They do it in love.

Philippians 1:16 - Those who preach the gospel in love know that Paul has been imprisoned for what reason?
For the defense of the gospel.

Philippians 1:17 - Paul said that those who preach the gospel out of envy and rivalry do so for what reason?
Selfish ambition.

Philippians 1:17 - Those who preached out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposed they could accomplish what by their preaching?
Stir up trouble for Paul while he was in chains.

Philippians 1:18 - How did Paul feel about the fact that some preached Christ out of good motives and some out of bad?
He said that it didn't matter, because the important thing was that, no matter what the motives, Christ was being preached.

Philippians 1:18-19 - Paul told the Philippians that he would continue to rejoice because, through their prayers and the Spirit's help, he expected what to happen?
He expected that what had happened to him would turn out for his deliverance.

Philippians 1:20 - Paul eagerly expected and hoped that during his time in prison he would not be what?
Ashamed of Christ.

Philippians 1:20 - Rather than be ashamed of Christ, Paul hoped to have what?
Sufficient courage, so that Christ would be exalted in his body.

Philippians 1:20 - Paul wished for Christ to be exalted in his body, regardless of what?
Whether it was his life or his death that gave the glory to God.

Philippians 1:21 - Paul told the Philippians that to live and to die were what?
To live is Christ and to die is gain.

Philippians 1:22 - What benefit did Paul see if God were to allow him to continue to glorify Him with his life?
It would mean fruitful labor for Paul.

Philippians 1:22-23 - Which did Paul prefer - to continue living or to die for Christ?
He did not know.  He was torn between the two.

Philippians 1:23 - Which did Paul consider a better option - to continue to live or to die for Christ?
He felt that to die and be with Christ would be better by far.

Philippians 1:24 - Although Paul would prefer to be with God, he realized what?
It was necessary for him to remain with the church, for their benefit.

Philippians 1:25 - Convinced of the need for him to continue to encourage the church, what did Paul tell the Philippians?
That he knew he would remain and he would continue with all of them to encourage their progress and joy in the faith.

Philippians 1:26 - What did Paul hope his remaining with the Philippians would do for them?
It would cause their joy in Christ Jesus to overflow on account of him.

Philippians 1:27 - Paul told the Philippians that whatever happens to him, they should do what?
Conduct themselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.

Philippians 1:27 - Paul told the Philippians that if they acted in a manner worthy of Christ, what would happen?
Then, regardless of whether he came and saw them or only heard about them in his absence, he would know that they stood firm in one spirit.

Philippians 1:28 - Paul wanted the Philippians to stand firm in one spirit and do what?
Contend as one man for the faith of the gospel.

Philippians 1:28 - Paul said that he wanted the Philippians to stand firm in one spirit and contend for the gospel as one man, without doing what?
Without being afraid of those who opposed them.

Philippians 1:28 - Paul told the Philippians that when they showed no fear of those who opposed them, it would be a sign of what?
A sign to those who opposed them that they would be destroyed but that the Philippians would be saved by God.

Philippians 1:29 - Paul warned the Philippians that it had been appointed to them not only to believe in Christ but also to do what?
To suffer for him.

Philippians 1:30 - Paul notes that the Philippians were going through what sort of struggle?
The same one that they saw Paul having and now heard that he still had.

Philippians 2:1-2 - Paul challenged the Philippians that if they had any of what 4 things, they should strive to be unified?
Any encouragement from being united with Christ, any comfort from his love, any fellowship with the Spirit, or any tenderness and compassion.

Philippians 2:2 - What did Paul say the Philippians would do for him by being like-minded?
Make his joy complete.

Philippians 2:2 - Paul wanted the Philippians to be like-minded, having what characteristics?
Having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.

Philippians 2:3 - Paul warned the Philippians in what way about their motivation for doing things?
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.

Philippians 2:3 - Rather than doing things out of selfishness and vanity, Paul asked that the Philippians do what?
In humility, to consider others better than themselves.

Philippians 2:4 - Paul asked the Philippians to not only look to their own interests, but to also be concerned with what?
Look also to the interests of others.

Philippians 2:5 - Paul wanted the Philippians attitude to be the same as whose?
Christ Jesus.

Philippians 2:6 - When speaking of Christ's attitude toward others, what did Paul say about Jesus' nature?
He was in very nature God.

Philippians 2:6 - Although he was in very nature God, what did Jesus do?
He did not consider equality with something to be grasped (or held on to).

Philippians 2:7 - Rather than grasping for equality with God, Jesus did what?
Made himself nothing, being made in human likeness.

Philippians 2:7 - What nature did Jesus take on when he became a man?
He took the very nature of a servant.

Philippians 2:8 - How did Jesus humble himself while in the form of a man?
He became obedient to death on a cross.

Philippians 2:9 - Because Jesus was willing to humble himself to the will of the Father and become obedient to death, what did the Father do for him?
God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name.

Philippians 2:10 - What is true about the name of Jesus now that God has exalted him?
Every knee in heaven and on earth and under the earth will bow before it.

Philippians 2:11 - Every knee will bow to Jesus and what else will be due him now that God has exalted him?
Every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.

Philippians 2:11 - When every tongue confesses that Jesus is Lord, what will happen?
God the Father will be glorified.

Philippians 2:12 - Paul urges the Philippians to continue their obedience as they have always done, especially now that he is absent, and do what?
Work out their salvation with fear and trembling.

Philippians 2:13 - Why did Paul tell the Philippians to work out their salvation with fear and trembling?
For it is God who works in them to will and to act according to His good purpose.

Philippians 2:14 - Paul asked the Philippians to do everything in what manner?
Without complaining or arguing.

Philippians 2:15 - Paul asked the Philippians to do everything without complaint so that they might become what?
Blameless and pure.

Philippians 2:15 - Paul wanted the Philippians to become blameless and pure children of God that stood out in what way?
They should be without fault among a crooked and depraved generation in which they would shine like stars in the universe.

Philippians 2:16 - Paul told the Philippians that they would shine like stars in the universe as they did what?
Held out the word of life.

Philippians 2:16 - Paul hoped that the Philippians would become blameless and pure so that he could make what boast on the day of the Lord?
That he did not run or labor for nothing.

Philippians 2:17 - What kind of offering did Paul compare himself to?
A drink offering being poured out on the sacrifice and service coming from the Philippians' faith.

Philippians 2:17 - Paul said that even if he was being poured out like a drink offering, he would do what?
Be glad and rejoice with the Philippians.

Philippians 2:18 - Paul said that in the same way he rejoiced with the Philippians, they should do what?
Be glad and rejoice with him.

Philippians 2:19 - Who did Paul say that he hoped to send to the Philippians soon?
Timothy.

Philippians 2:19 - Why did Paul hope to send Timothy to the Philippians?
So that he may be cheered when he receives news about them.

Philippians 2:20 - Why was Timothy the one that Paul wanted to send to Philippi and not someone else?
Paul had no one else like Timothy who took a genuine interest in the welfare of the Philippians.

Philippians 2:21 - Timothy genuinely cared for the Philippians, but most people did what?
Looked out for their own interests and not those of Jesus Christ.

Philippians 2:22 - How did Paul say that Timothy had proved himself?
As a son with his father he served with Paul in the work of the gospel.

Philippians 2:23 - When did Paul say he hoped to send Timothy to Philippi?
As soon as he saw how things went with him.

Philippians 2:24 - How did Paul feel about his chances of being able to visit the Philippians again?
He was confident that he would come soon.

Philippians 2:25 - Who else did Paul hope to have visit Philippi besides Timothy?
Epaphroditus.

Philippians 2:25 - How does Paul describe Epaphroditus to the Philippians?
As his brother, fellow worker and fellow soldier.

Philippians 2:25 - How did Epaphroditus come to be with Paul?
The Philippians sent him as their messenger to take care of Paul's needs.

Philippians 2:26 - How did Paul describe Epaphroditus' feelings for the Philippians?
He longed for all of them and was distressed because they heard that he was ill.

Philippians 2:27 - What does Paul say about Epaphroditus' illness?
Indeed he was ill and almost died, but God had mercy on him.

Philippians 2:27 - Paul says that by sparing Epaphroditus' life, God was also merciful to whom?
To Paul, as it spared him from great sorrow.

Philippians 2:28 - How did Epaphroditus' illness affect Paul's desire to send him back to Philippi?
It made him all the more eager to send him.

Philippians 2:28 - Why was Paul especially eager to send Epaphroditus back to Philippi?
So that when the Philippians saw him they would be glad, and Paul could be less anxious.

Philippians 2:29 - How did Paul ask for Epaphroditus to be welcomed when he arrived back in Philippi?
With honor and great joy.

Philippians 2:29 - Paul says that men liked Epaphroditus should be treated how?
They should be honored.

Philippians 2:30 - Why does Paul say that men like Epaphroditus should be honored?
Because he almost died for the sake of the gospel, risking his life to make up for the help they could not provide for him.

Philippians 3:1 - After speaking of Epaphroditus, Paul happily urges the Philippians to do what?
Rejoice in the Lord!

Philippians 3:1 - Why does Paul say he is encouraging the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord?
Because it is not trouble for him to write these things again and it is a safeguard for them.

Philippians 3:2 - Who does Paul tell the Philippians to watch out for?
Those who wish to force men to be circumcised.

Philippians 3:2 - In what 3 ways does Paul describe those from the "circumcision" group?
Dogs, men who do evil, and mutilators of the flesh.

Philippians 3:3 - Who does Paul say are truly the circumcision?
Those who worship by the Spirit of God, who glory in Christ and who put no confidence in the flesh.

Philippians 3:4 - What did Paul say about the circumcision group and his own background?
If anyone should have reason to boast in the flesh it would be him. He has more reason than anyone.

Philippians 3:5 - How does Paul describe his background which should give him more right to boast in the flesh than anyone?
He was circumcised on the 8th day according to the Law, he came from the tribe of Benjamin and was a Pharisee.

Philippians 3:5 - What tribe of Israel was Paul from?
Benjamin.

Philippians 3:5 - What religious sect did Paul belong to before his conversion to Christ?
He was a Pharisee.

Philippians 3:6 - How zealous was Paul while he was a Pharisee?
He was so zealous that he persecuted the church, thinking it was God's will for him to do so.

Philippians 3:6 - How does Paul describe his legalistic righteousness as a Pharisee?
Faultless.

Philippians 3:7 - Even though Paul had great standing as a Pharisee, he tells the Philippians that whatever was to his profit, he now considers what?
Loss for the sake of Christ.

Philippians 3:8 - Paul considered everything a loss compared to what?
The surpassing greatness of knowing the Lord Jesus Christ, for whose sake he had lost all things.

Philippians 3:8-9 - Why did Paul say that he considered all things to be rubbish?
So that he may gain Christ and be found in him, not having a righteousness of his own from the law, but one which came through faith in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:9 - How does Paul describe the righteousness that comes by faith in Christ?
It comes from God and is by faith.

Philippians 3:10 - Paul said that he wanted to know Christ, and especially what 3 things about him?
The power of his resurrection, the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, and becoming like him in his death.

Philippians 3:11 - Why did Paul say he wanted to know about becoming like Jesus in his death?
So that somehow he could attain to the resurrection from the dead.

Philippians 3:12 - What does Paul caution the Philippians about his pursuit of knowing Christ?
He notes that he has not already obtained all of this nor has he already been made perfect.

Philippians 3:12 - Even though Paul did not have a complete knowledge yet of Christ, he says that he did what?
Pressed on take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of him.

Philippians 3:13 - Did Paul consider himself to have already taken hold of that for which he was striving?
No.

Philippians 3:13 - What did Paul tell the Philippians about the past and the future?
He forgot what was behind and strove toward what was ahead.

Philippians 3:14 - Paul said that he strove toward what was ahead and pressed on toward what?
The goal.

Philippians 3:14 - Why does Paul tell the Philippians that he pressed on toward the goal?
To win the prize for which God had called him heavenward in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:15 - How did Paul say people should view his statements about pressing on toward the goal?
All believers who are mature should take a similar view of things.

Philippians 3:15 - What does Paul tell the Philippians will happen if they think differently on some points?
God will make things clear to them.

Philippians 3:16 - Paul wanted the Philippians to live up to what?
What they had already attained.

Philippians 3:17 - Paul asks the Philippians to join with others in doing what?
Following his example.

Philippians 3:17 - Paul tells the Philippians to follow his example and who else's?
They should take note of those who live according to the pattern that Paul and others gave them.

Philippians 3:18 - Why does Paul urge the Philippians to take note of those who live according to the gospel?
Because many live as enemies of the cross of Christ.

Philippians 3:18 - How did Paul tell the Philippians about the enemies of the cross of Christ?
With tears.

Philippians 3:19 - What does Paul say about the character of those who live as enemies of the cross?
Their destiny is destruction, their god is their stomach, their glory is in their shame, their mind is on earthly things.

Philippians 3:20 - What does Paul say about the citizenship of believers?
Our citizenship is in heaven.

Philippians 3:20 - Believers in Christ eagerly await what?
A savior from heaven, the Lord Jesus Christ.

Philippians 3:21 - What does Paul say will happen when our eagerly awaited savior returns for us?
He will transform our lowly bodies to be like his glorious body.

Philippians 3:21 - How will Christ transform us to be like him?
By the power that enables him to bring everything under his control.

Philippians 4:1 - How does Paul refer to the Philippians when concluding his message about standing firm in the Lord?
My brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown.

Philippians 4:2 - What two women did Paul plead with to agree with one another in the Lord?
Euodia and Syntyche.

Philippians 4:3 - How does Paul describe Euodia and Syntyche?
Women who have contended at his side in the cause of the gospel.

Philippians 4:3 - What does Paul ask the Philippians to do for Euodia and Syntyche?
To help them.

Philippians 4:3 - Who else besides Euodia and Syntyche does Paul mention as a fellow worker along side him?
Clement.

Philippians 4:3 - Paul says what about the names of Clement, his other fellow workers and the two women?
Their names are written in the book of life.

Philippians 4:4 - What does Paul encourage the Philippians to do always?
Rejoice in the Lord.

Philippians 4:5 - What does Paul say should be evident to all?
Your gentleness.

Philippians 4:5 - Where does Paul tell the Philippians the Lord is?
He is near.

Philippians 4:6 - What does Paul tell the Philippians about anxiety?
Do not be anxious about anything.

Philippians 4:6 - What did Paul tell the Philippians to do, rather than being anxious?
In everything, by prayer and petition, they should present their requests to God.

Philippians 4:7 - What did Paul say would happen when the Philippians presented their requests to God?
The peace of God would guard their hearts and minds, in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:7 - How did Paul describe the peace of God?
It transcends all understanding.

Philippians 4:8 - What 8 things does Paul urge the Philippians to think about?
Whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent or praiseworthy.

Philippians 4:9 - What does Paul urge the Philippians to put into practice?
Whatever they had learned or received or heard from him.

Philippians 4:9 - What did Paul say would happen if the Philippians put his teachings into practice?
The God of peace would be with them.

Philippians 4:10 - What did Paul tell the Philippians that he rejoiced greatly in the Lord about concerning them?
That at last they had renewed their concern for him.

Philippians 4:10 - Paul notes that although the Philippians had been concerned for him, what was true?
They had no opportunity to show it.

Philippians 4:11 - Paul did not speak of the Philippians showing their concern for him because he was in need, because he had learned what?
To be content whatever the circumstances.

Philippians 4:12 - Paul knew what it was like to live in what kinds of circumstances?
He knew what it was like both to be in need and to have plenty.

Philippians 4:12 - What "secret" did Paul speak of knowing?
The secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, living in plenty or in want.

Philippians 4:13 - How did Paul say he was able to be content in every situation?
He said he was able to do everything through Him who gave him strength.

Philippians 4:14 - Paul said it was good of the Philippians to share what?
In his troubles.

Philippians 4:15 - What did Paul remind the Philippians about from the early days of their acquaintance with the gospel?
When Paul set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with him in the matter of giving and receiving except the Philippians.

Philippians 4:16 - Paul recalled that the Philippians sent him aid again and again when he was in what city?
Thessalonica.

Philippians 4:17 - Paul told the Philippians that he was not looking for a gift but what?
For what may be credited to their account.

Philippians 4:18 - How did Paul feel after receiving the gifts the Philippians sent to him through Epaphroditus?
That he had received "full payment" and even more, and he was amply supplied.

Philippians 4:18 - How did Paul describe the gifts from the Philippians that came through Epaphroditus?
As a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.

Philippians 4:19 - Paul tells the Philippians that God would do what according to his glorious riches in Christ?
Meet all of their needs.

Philippians 4:20 - What words of praise to the Lord does Paul offer near end the letter to the Philippians?
"To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever.  Amen."

Philippians 4:21 - Who does Paul send his greetings to?
All the saints in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:21-22 - Who else does Paul say sends greetings to the saints in Philippi?
The brothers who are with him, the saints and those who belong to Caesar's household.

Philippians 4:23 - With what blessing does Paul conclude the letter to the Philippians?
"The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.  Amen."