Paul encourages the believers in Philippi because of their partnership in the gospel, the spread of the gospel during Paul’s imprisonment, and the hope Paul has for the future.
Joy is found in God Alone. God causes the Israelites to have joy and commit themselves to joyous praise. He teaches them where to locate their joy and how to have joy that isn’t based on feelings or circumstances but based on an everlasting relationship with Him.
The people of God decide that they want to make a covenant(a promise to God) and they want to do life differently. They want to handle relationships, resources, and work God’s way. In this message we learn how to make God the center of everything.
