Message from Scripture: 9/14/2020

Our message from Scripture today is Phil. 1:6; And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”

When Paul wrote his letter to the congregation at Philippi, one thing he wanted to impart to them was the sense of confidence He had in God, that his assurance in God could be their assurance in Him as well. Even through Paul was in a difficult situation, Paul’s confidence is in the Lord. What does Paul say to these Christians then, and to us today, about being sure of God, of our relationship with Him, of the hope he offers us for eternity?

Paul assures them that God had begun a good work in them, when they had obeyed the gospel, and by His very nature, what God begins, He follow through until completion. He reminded the church in Colossae of this as well, saying, “Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ” (Col. 1:27).

To the Philippians, it’s as if Paul is asking them a question; “How long will God be continually involved in His work of salvation on our behalf?” The answer is,  “Until the return of Christ.” He will continue His work of perfecting us, completing, finishing, bringing us to the goal of what life in Christ is all about. God is working to fill us “with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God” (Phil. 1:11).

“It is comforting to know that, in Christ, God is constantly at work to make our salvation reality. Are we working in harmony with God and His will for us, that we will be with Him eternally? Let’s join together so we all can have God complete His goal for us of eternal life. God bless.

Robert