In this second installment of our series on the letter to the Philippians, we are discussing the remainder of the first chapter, and in particular, how Paul’s circumstances led to the furtherance of the gospel; why he rejoiced when ministers preached with improper motives; what he meant when he spoke of his “departure” and that for him, “to live is Christ, and to die is gain,” and why living worthy of and suffering for the gospel is a proof of perdition to our adversaries. Summary Terms: Time chance selfish ambition envy pretense Pharisees Moses’ seat supply Spirit prayer flesh Less