Joy is Expressed in Hopeful Prayer

Philippians 1:3-11

By Rodney Holloman , August 30, 2020

Joy is Expressed in Hopeful Prayer

Philippians 1:3-11

What are the elements of thankful prayer that demonstrate joyful living?

  1. Joy of Remembering the People of God
  2. Joy of Interceding for the People of God
  3. Joy of Partnering with the People of God

4. Joy of Knowing that Christ is the People of God

Salvation is a work

Salvation is a work

Salvation is a work

“God … is not like men. Men conduct experiments, but God carries out a plan. God never does anything by halves” William Hendriksen

God's work of grace qualifies men for work for God.

5. Joy of the People of God

He Loved them. They stood with him.

What Robs Us of Joy?

  1. False Salvation
  2. Satanic Influence
  3. Not understanding God is in control.
  4. Prayerlessness
  5. The emotional low that frequently follows a spiritual high.
  6. Focusing on circumstances.
  7. Ingratitude
  8. Forgetfulness
  9. Uncontrolled Feelings
  10. Unwilling to forgive or accept forgiveness
  11. Unconfessed, unrepented sin.

(List Adapted from Macarthur commentary on Philippians)