Philippians 3:4-12 Pastor Alan DionsonJune 20, 2021
INTRODUCTION:
1. The crisis of fatherhood
2. The character of fatherhood
A. PAUL’S HUMAN CONFIDENCE
1. Paul’s claim (v. 4)
2. Paul’s credentials
· Religious piety (v. 5a)
· Genetic lottery (v. 5b)
· Vocational superiority (v. 5-6)
· Moral ascendancy (v. 6b)
B. PAUL’S HUMBLE CONFIDENCE
1. Paul’s catharsis (v. 7)
2. Paul’s confidence
· Greatness of knowing Christ (v. 8a)
· Gain through the blessings of Christ. (v. 8b)
· Gospel being found in Christ. (v. 9)
· Goals shared through Christ’s death and suffering (v. 10-12)
CONCLUSION
