Today we are in John 12:20-36. In this passage, Jesus anticipates his impending death on the cross, now just days away. His teaching shows us how the cross secures eternal life, glorifies the Father, and defeats the enemy. The cross is the greatest demonstration of God's love for sinners like you and me.

Today we are in John 11:45 - 12:19. As Jesus' public ministry begins to come to an end, we see a number of different responses to his work and teaching. Some are excited about Jesus, but only in a seemingly external way without true commitment. Others are vehemently opposed to Jesus and seek to destroy him. Some value him above all else and believe in him. As we walk thru these different responses, we're forced to ask ourselves - how do we respond to Jesus?

Today we are in John 11:1-44. Jesus intentionally delays instead of helping or healing his sick friend, Lazarus so that he may display his glory and strengthen the faith of his friends. In the face of sorrow and death Jesus declares himself to be the resurrection and the life. Death is the last enemy and Jesus will soon deal the final blow.

Today, we jump back into the Gospel of John. We’re in John 10:1-42. In this passage, we read two more "I am" statements of Jesus. "I am the good shepherd" and "I am the door." Jesus uses imagery that is central to the heritage of Israel to show that he is the promised Messiah; the shepherd-leader of God's people. Just as sheep return to their shepherd through the door of the sheep-fold, those who believe in Jesus enter into a loving, protective relationship with God.

This week we're in Philippians 4:14-20. Paul brings his letter to a close by continuing to reflect on contentment with God's provision. In these verses, he shows us how contentment gives way to generosity. The Philippians were generous with their resources for the sake of the gospel because they gained the unimaginable treasure of Jesus Christ.

This week we’re in Philippians 4:10-13. How can we be content in a world that constantly tells us we need more? In this passage, Paul shows us that true contentment is not dependent upon our circumstances. With our eyes fixed on Christ, we can learn to be content in both abundance and in need because the source of true contentment is unshakeable - Jesus Christ.

This week we’re in Philippians 4:1-9. As Paul begins wrapping up his letter to the Philippian church, he exhorts him to pursue gospel-peace in every area of life: relationships, spirituality, and in their thinking. What if our lives were marked by this supernatural and holistic peace that can't be thwarted by anything?

We’re in Philippians 3:12-21 this morning. Here Paul reflects on our citizenship in heaven. One day, we who believe will have complete knowledge of God and full righteousness in heaven. In light of the gospel, we should press on to obtain the reward of future glory. A vision of our eternal destination makes all the difference for how we live our lives today.

For our Home Liturgy today we are studying Philippians 3:1-11. Paul speaks firmly and passionately against a false gospel that threatens the church. To add to the gospel is to distort it and lose it altogether. So what is true saving faith? It is forsaking all self-sufficiency and knowing the surpassing worth of Christ in the free grace of the gospel.

For our Home Liturgy today we are studying Philippians 2:12-30. Paul doesn't pretend that living a humble life of obedience is easy. The Christian life is one of holy effort and obedience. Paul continues to show us what this life looks like in practice, while also encouraging us that such obedience comes from the work of Christ in us. We work out what Christ has worked in us.