Bible Study: Philippians Ep.1

The book of Philippians was written because of the division of the church in the region. Roman citizenship has caused some people within the city and within the church to treat non-citizens as second class people. Coupled with the persecution from the Roman government against the Christians Paul writes this inspired letter to encourage the church to stand strong instead of giving up.

Philippians 1:27-28
hatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God.