Philippians 4:5-9

Peace

V5 Would people who know you describe you as gentle?

                How do gentle people act?

V6 Be Anxious for nothing

                What causes anxiety in our lives? Uncertainty, health problems, relationship problems

                How does Paul describe the type of prayer that is the antidote to anxiety?

                                Supplication – Asking God to meet your needs

                                Thanksgiving – Thanking God for everything

                Other Types of Prayer

                Praise, Intercession, Confession

                What does this passage say that the peace will do? Guard your heart.

                Against what?

V8 Thinking

                True

                Honorable

                Right

                Pure

                Lovely

                Good repute

                Excellent

                Worthy of Praise

Is this way of thinking related to V6 (Be anxious for nothing)? Both commands result in peace.

Why is it that this way of thinking gets pushed aside, and we often criticize, moan, and grumble about others?

How do you avoid the falling into the trap of a negative attitude?

V9 – Follow my example