Philippians 2:15b – Star Light

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“children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky…

Summary: Paul’s words point us to one of the most important questions facing Christians: How do we know we are saved?   

What does he mean by suggesting that we can become “blameless and pure” (Philippians 1:15a) and “children of God without fault?” Is he suggesting that we can attain some level of perfection as believers in Christ? 

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Philippians 2:15a – Becoming Nothing

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[Do everything without grumbling or arguing] so that you may become blameless and pure…

Summary: The road to being Christ-like requires that we travel a path of humility in God’s service.   

It is interesting that Paul seems to summarize Christian living with two simple words. His words suggest that by doing everything without grumbling or arguing, we can become “blameless and pure.” 

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