Conflict: Relational Unity

Paul has clearly guided the Philippian believers to focus on Christlikeness. He has given them bold instructions, specific examples and a personal testimony in the first three chapters of this letter. Now Paul commands them to prepare for battle - they will need to (1) stand firm in the Lord, (2) help those who are struggling and (3) be choosing to constantly rejoice in the Lord, reveal Christ in their daily lives and relax from the worries of the world. He taught them that the Lord is leading you, the Lord is near you and the Lord shall guard you always.