Swat Bible Study

In 2002, Pat Tillman, safety for the Arizona Cardinals, left the NFL in 2002 (and almost 4 million dollars) to enlist in the army after 9/11 and ultimately gave his life for freedom. Many people followed Tillman’s example and signed up to be military warriors, law enforcement, firefighters, and other dangerous career fields because their life was not as important as their cause. The cause was great than their safety or their lives. This week, we go into Ch. 2 vs. 19-26 and read that Paul’s commitment to the Gospel was greater that his desire to live. His safety or his life wasn’t as important as the Gospel. What about you and me? Is Jesus and the Gospel important to us? How important? Joy in our lives flows out of Gospel purpose! Living for Christ’s Kingdom! As we look at today’s text, we’ll see that God calls us to serve Him… 1) With a Savior Exalting Purpose – everything for His glory (vs. 19-21) and 2) As a Selfless, Encouraging Partner –serving and strengthening others (vs.22-26) .