The Script
I am writing to all of God’s holy people in Philippi who belong to Christ Jesus Philippians 1:1
The Plot
Philippi was a Roman colony and as far as planting a church, Philippi was not Paul’s first choice. He wanted to travel to Asia but was kept from going by the Holy Spirit. Paul had a vision of a Macedonian asking him to come and help them so Paul took this as God’s call for them to minister to the people of Macedonia. The first member of the Philipi church was a wealthy woman named Lydia. She invited Paul and Silas and Timothy to stay with her and her family. As Paul and Silas taught, the church grew. They were generous in their giving and supported the ministry of Paul financially. Enough so that Paul commended them in his letter to the church at Corinth.
“We want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability…. They gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us in keeping with God’s will” (2 Corinthians 8:1-5).
Walk Through
- What do we know about the church in Philipi?
- What are some things that the church in Philippi did to support Paul, Silas and Timothy?
- What are some ways you can help support the ministry of our church?
Ad Lib
There are many ways to support your local church. What is a favorite activity or skill that you most enjoy doing? Now find ways to use that skill in church!