Joy and Mess (with the church at Philippi)

'A bunch of people, Paul amongst them, in a messy, difficult place, finding encouragement and support, and more than that, joy, in seeing one another pressing on with God and walking through the challenges together.' (Mike S, a co-creator of the Joy and Mess series.)

Session 1: Welcome to Philippi!

• Bible Passage: Acts 16: 6-34 (optional 35-40)
• Resources available from Wed 11th Jan: a) Leader notes here, b) Audio Reflection here c) Bible Passage here
• Material written by Sera R

Session 2: 'I Want You To Know...'

• Bible Passage: Philippians 1:1-26
• Resources available soon: a) Leader notes here, b) Audio Reflection here c) Bible Passage here
• Material written by Mike S

Session 3: 'Live Your Life Worthy...'

• Bible Passage: Philippians 1:27- 2:18
• Resources available soon: a) Leader notes here, b) Audio Reflection here c) Bible Passage here (this includes the 'New Testament for Everyone' version as well as the NRSV as it a passage than many Christians are familiar with)
• Material written by Sera R

Session 4: 'I Press On...'

• Bible Passage: Philippians 2:19 - 3:16
• Resources available soon: a) Leader notes here, b) Audio Reflection here c) Bible Passage here
• Material written by Mike S

Session 5: 'Rejoice in the Lord...'

• Bible Passage: Philippians 3:17 - 4:23
• Resources available soon: a) Leader notes here, b) Audio Reflection here c) Bible Passage here
• Material written by Sera