Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved. Philippians 4:1 20 But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,21 who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself. Philippians 3:20-21 Why can we stand firm in the Lord? Because we will one day be glorified How do we stand firm in the Lord? First, be united to each other 2 I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. 3 Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life. Philippians 4:2-3 Second, rejoice in the Lord, not in the world Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Philippians 4:4 Third, have forbearance in the face of trials Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; Philippians 4:5 Fourth, do not be anxious, but seek God in prayer 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7