Philippians and 1 and 2 Thessalonians: Kingdom Living in Today's World

by Scot McKnight

Overview

Become a daily Bible reader, attentive to the mind of God.

In the New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series, widely respected biblical scholar Scot Mc Knight reveals the newness and activeness of God's Word as it works in our everyday lives. His unique approach to Bible study combines sound theology with relevant pastoral wisdom. Each volume of this series provides:

• Original Meaning: Brief, precise expositions of the biblical text and offers a clear focus for the central message of each passage.
• Fresh Interpretation: Brings the passage alive with fresh images and what it means to follow King Jesus.
• Practical Application: Biblical connections and questions for reflection and application for each passage.

Ideal for personal reflection or group study, Philippians and 1 and 2 Thessalonians will help you see God in the biblical context so you can hear from God in your context. Philippians and the Thessalonians address believers in the first century and in the twenty-first century with words that are practical and deeply spiritual:

• Philippians appeals for unity and rejoicing in the face of suffering.
• 1 and 2 Thessalonians emphasize having a heart of thanksgiving and discuss the return of Christ.

Kingdom living is the shape of life in Christ. These letters have taught Christians since the first century to live a life shaped by confidence in what God has promised us, but also to live that life without trying to escape from this world.

Exploring the links between the time these words were written and our own times, Scot Mc Knight uncovers the enduring relevance and importance of these three letters for our lives today. He’ll walk you and your group through the books with Scripture passages (sometimes translated from the original by Mc Knight himself), reflection questions, pastoral insights, and ideas for putting God’s words into action.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780310129493
Publisher:	HarperChristian Resources
Publication date:	08/09/2022
Series:	New Testament Everyday Bible Study Series
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 7.95(h) x 0.65(d)

About the Author

Scot Mc Knight (Ph D, Nottingham) has been a Professor of New Testament for more than four decades. He is the author of more than ninety books, including the award-winning The Jesus Creed as well as The King Jesus Gospel, A Fellowship of Differents, One.Life, The Blue Parakeet, Revelation for the Rest of Us, and Kingdom Conspiracy.

Table of Contents

General Introduction to the Series ix

Philippians

Introduction: Reading Paul's Letter to the Philippians 3

A Common Life of Gratitude for Generosity | Philippians 4:10-20 7

Our Common Life | Philippians 1:1-11 16

A Common Life in the Gospel Mission | Philippians 1:12-26 24

A Common Life of Suffering | Philippians 1:27-30 34

A Common Life Examples | Philippians 2:1-4 39

The Common Life of God | Philippians 2:5-11 45

A Common Life of Sacrifice | Philippians 2:12-18 53

A Common Life of Co-Workers | Philippians 2:19-3:la 59

A Common Life of Confession | Philippians 3:lb-11 68

A Common Life of Imitation | Philippians 3:12-4:1 77

A Common Life of Unity Joy, and Peace | Philippians 4:2-9, 21-23 85

1 Thessalonians

Introduction: Reading Paul's Letters to the Thessalonians 97

Affirming Others | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 100

Remembering Times Together | 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 109

Aching for Life Together | 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5 119

The Joy of Others Liking You | 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13 127

A Life that Pleases God | 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 133

A Question about Those Who Die | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 143

A Question about Times and Dates | 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 151

Systemic, Systemic | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 159

2 Thessalonians

God's Justice and the Powerless | 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 168

A Question about What Happens Before the Coming of Christ | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 178

Gifts and Obligations | 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 188

Prayers in All Directions | 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 196

Warning Freeloaders | 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 202