Shawn Stone - March 2, 2016 - Philippians 2:12-18
We need to remember that God has a purpose for our lives. God works in our lives constantly, actively and persistently. We need to participate with God in His plans. Happiness is knowing that in the end,our lives counted. Happiness is knowing we've pleased God.
Shawn Stone - March 9, 2016 - Philippians 2:18-30
The starting place for happiness: Shift the focus from ourselves. Be other-focused. Become a person of proven, trustworthy character. Timothy was someone you can count on with great integrity. Hold other in high esteem. Live for something wirth ...
Shawn Stone - Philippians 3:1-11 - March 16, 2016
An accurate translation of what Paul discovered is, "I found the super thing." He found "the excellence of thse knowledge of Chrsit Jesus." In comparison, all else is rubbish. Every day choose to rest in His grace. Daily live for what matters mos...
Shawn Stone, April 13, 2016, Philippians 3:10-16
A happy Christian knows he or she has been "taken hold" for purpose. Happy Christians make it our lives'mission to take hold of that purpose. Remember: I can press forward by letting go of the past. I can press forward by completely reorienting m...
