Paul’s letters to the Philippians, the Colossians, and Philemon stand as key texts within the New Testament. From encouraging believers to persevere through unjust suffering to highlighting the foundational importance of Christian unity, Paul writes on a wide variety of issues related to the Christian life. In this reader-friendly commentary, pastor Kent Hughes reflects on a number of important themes in these letters, clearly explaining the meaning of the text while helping readers practically apply and faithfully proclaim Scripture’s message. Full of memorable illustrations and penetrating wisdom drawn from years of pastoral ministry, this insightful commentary will serve pastors and church leaders for years to come.
Table of Contents
Part 1: Philippians: The Fellowship of the Gospel (partial)
1. A Particular Joy (1:1, 2)
2. Paul’s Joyous Thanksgiving (1:3–6)
3. Paul’s Joyful Affection (1:7, 8)
4. Paul’s Prayer (1:9–11)
5. The Gospel First! (1:12–18a)
6. Paul’s Joyous Confidence (1:18b–26)
7. Worthy Citizens (1:27–30)
8. Living Worthily in the Church (2:1–4)
9. The Self-humiliation of Christ (2:5–8)
10. Christ’s Super-exaltation (2:9–11)
Part 2: Colossians: The Supremacy of Christ (partial)
24. The Celebration of the Church (1:1–8)
25. The Prayer for the Church (1:9–14)
26. The Preeminent Christ (1:15–18)
27. The Supreme Reconciliation (1:19–23)
28. The Supreme Ministry (1:24–29)
29. The Supreme Concern (2:1–5)
30. The Supreme Charge (2:6, 7)
31. The Safeguard Against Seduction (2:8–10)
32. The Fullness in Christ (2:11–15)
33. The Guarding of Your Treasure (2:16–23)
34. The Seeking of Things Above (3:1–4)
Part 3: Philemon
45. The Reconciling Wisdom (1–25)
