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 dying for.
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...
Shawn Stone - April 27, 2016 - Philippians 3:17-21
How to Find Your True Home: Follow the example of someone who is heavenly minded. Remind yourself that Heaven is your true home. Fulfill your duties as a heavnely citizen. Live every day expecting Jesus to come.