Keep in Mind: “For it pleased the Father that in him should all fulness dwell.” (Colossians 1:19, KJV)

By the end of this lesson, we will: UNDERSTAND Paul’s description of Jesus Christ’s supremacy; EXPRESS feelings of amazement at the supremacy of Jesus Christ; and DESRIBE to others the awe-inspiring preeminence of Christ for bringing reconciliation.

Keep in Mind: “Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.” (Philippians 3:16, KJV)

By the end of this lesson, we will: BECOME familiar wit what Paul says about living as it relates to eternity with Jesus Christ; APPRECIATE that the journey of Christian living and a quest for something eternal are demanding experiences; and PLEDGE to stand firm in Jesus Christ.

Keep in Mind: “But what things were gain t me, those I counted loss for Christ.” (Philippians 3:7, KJV)

By the end of this lesson, we will: DISCOVER Paul’s attitude about the value of knowing Christ Jesus EXAMINE feelings of achieving honors compared to feelings of living a life in Christ and ESTABLISH a lifelong goal of measuring our achievements against the value of knowing Jesus Christ.

Keep in Mind: “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 2:5, KJV)

By the end of this lesson, we will: ANALYZE Paul’s description of God’s exaltation of Jesus based on sacrifice and selflessness rather than power; VALUE selfless behavior rather than power; and ADOPT Christ-like humility as our personal lifestyle.