On Philippians · Lecture 019
On Philippians 19
A lecture by Fr. Athanasios Mytilinaios · Δείτε στα Ελληνικά
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Summary
Fr Athanasios Mytilinaios begins with Philippians 4:10, where Paul thanks the Philippians for renewing their practical care through the gift sent with Epaphroditus. The gratitude is both praise and gentle correction, since the flock owes support to those who labor in the Gospel; the example of Titus shows Christians learning to lead in good works by providing for apostolic ministers. Paul’s dignity appears in his refusal to exploit the churches, his manual labor, and his wish to offer the Gospel without cause for accusation. His joy is in the Lord, not in money, for the gift reveals the Philippians’ love; though his imprisonment makes his need real, he speaks not from want, having learned contentment in every circumstance. True wealth is satisfaction with what one has, and Christ is the teacher of self-sufficiency amid abundance and lack alike.
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