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cellblogger.org: May 2008

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Monday, May 26. I'm feeling some urgency about writing to the Philippian church. Since helping them get started and spending 3 years there, I really feel a special bond with - and responsibility for - my good friends there. The Battle of Philippi. The whole Caesar thing. It will probably take me a couple of months to write this letter to Philippi. I'll post my progress Sundays or Mondays. Feel free to circulate it elsewhere as well. 0 Comments: Read or Add One Here. Thursday, May 15. We came by the Forum...

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cellblogger.org: August 2008

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Saturday, August 23. Post 10 of 10: A Place Called Contentment. First off, the good news. Though Governor Felix left me imprisoned in Rome, his successor granted my release. I’m now in the Greek Isles, relaxing on the beach as I enjoy the cool breezes off the electric blue Mediterranean sea. I’d be quite content to never experience Roman imprisonment again. I can't think of "a better way" to sum it up. Say hello to everyone there for me. Everyone here sends their love as well, including our friends w...

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cellblogger.org: Post 10 of 10: A Place Called Contentment

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Saturday, August 23. Post 10 of 10: A Place Called Contentment. First off, the good news. Though Governor Felix left me imprisoned in Rome, his successor granted my release. I’m now in the Greek Isles, relaxing on the beach as I enjoy the cool breezes off the electric blue Mediterranean sea. I’d be quite content to never experience Roman imprisonment again. I can't think of "a better way" to sum it up. Say hello to everyone there for me. Everyone here sends their love as well, including our friends w...

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cellblogger.org: Post 6 of 10: The Value of the Number 2

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Sunday, July 20. Post 6 of 10: The Value of the Number 2. I want to pause here for a second for a shout out to a couple of good men who should be joining you soon. Then there’s your good man Frodo. He is a perfect reflection of your fellowship there in Philippi! So I’m glad to get rid of the little basket case! You know I’m kidding! I sure do appreciate all the "Number 2" people at my church. They are an example of service to me. When I get grumpy thinking that I'm doing all the work, I just thin...I als...

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cellblogger.org: Post 9 of 10: Some Friendly Advice

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Saturday, August 16. Post 9 of 10: Some Friendly Advice. As you know, it’s my custom to begin these longer blogs with words of inspiration and instruction, and then to wrap up with a little application. You guys are much more than just students or mentors to me. You are family! I want to leave you with something that will firm up the core strength of your faith. A prayer for what you're thinking about. Then here are some thoughts for all of you:. 3 Anxiety is useless, so dump it. All of it! I continue to...

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cellblogger.org: Post 4 of 10: The Kenosis Christian

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Sunday, July 6. Post 4 of 10: The Kenosis Christian. Back to my letter to the Philippi's first assembly. I'm calling it "The Kenosis Christian." Kenosis is Greek, and it means, literally, "to pour out." Think about how Jesus poured out his life for us, and you'll get the idea. Feel free it to share it with the other churches. Now you can do me a favor. Make my joy complete while I’m “mobility challenged.” Has being united with Christ encouraged you? Has the Father’s love comforted you? There’s one ...

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cellblogger.org: Post 8 of 10: Eyes on the Prize

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Saturday, August 9. Post 8 of 10: Eyes on the Prize. When I wrote you last, I said I aspired to be like the Lord as he is right now – living in resurrection power. It’s as clear to me as it is to you that I’m not quite there yet. You could put it this way: I know I’m not perfect, but I know someone who is. Portrait of a 1924 Olympian. And when I think of how Christ pursued me, that memory becomes the shot of pure adrenaline I need to win the prize. It is critical that you fix your sights on the faith pat...

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cellblogger.org: Post 3 of 10: Flying Above the Storm

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Sunday, June 22. Post 3 of 10: Flying Above the Storm. Although a thousand miles separate us, I feel your prayers. In addition to that very real encouragement, I am reassured by the Lord’s presence that my jail time here in Rome will end in deliverance. But don’t ask me how that will happen. Maybe Governor Felix will dismiss the accusations against me. Maybe I’ll be found guilty and be hanged. Or maybe I’ll just live a long, happy life in this cozy prison cell. I get to be with Christ! Your detractors ha...

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cellblogger.org: Philippian Post (Part 1 of 10): A Universal Prayer

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Monday, June 9. Philippian Post (Part 1 of 10): A Universal Prayer. As promised, I'll here's the first installment. Of my letter to church at Philippi. It really speaks of my heart for believers everywhere. Hey guys. Paul here. I hope this doesn’t sound corny or weird to you, but man, I miss you guys. Such amazing friends there at Philippi First Assembly! Whenever I think about you I say to myself, “Thank you, God, for this great church! Not the answer he expected. Life can be shallow. I pray, as you lea...