Sermon notes
Sermon Expository Series - from Philippians:
Christ Exalted Through our Radiant Joy!

Philippians - Philippians 1:21-26
DEATH BRINGS CHRISTIAN JOY?

INTRODUCTION
Quote D. A. Carson:
Ref: James 4:13-15

1. A DEATH MARCH
Ref: Hebrews 2:14-15

2. A BETTER JOURNEY BY FAR
Three goals Paul had:
the glory of Christ - the advance of the gospel - progress of faith in the believers.


3. A BETTER FREEDOM BY FAR

4. A BETTER FUTURE BY FAR
Ref: 1 John 3:2; 2 Timothy 4:8; 1 Corinthians 13:2

CONCLUSION
23 My desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better.
24 But to remain in the flesh is more necessary on your account.
25 Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith,