To Live Is Christ
Finding joy even when life is constrained.
Paul's letter of uncontainable joy from prison.
The big idea
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Opening scripture
“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”
What does “To Live Is Christ” walk through?
To Live Is Christ
Philippians 1:21 · KJV
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
In plain English
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Walking in Truth
Paul's letter to Philippians reveals the boundless depths of gospel grace. Paul's letter of uncontainable joy from prison. By applying this truth daily, our hearts find steady peace.
“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.”
Pray
Father, thank You for the truth of Philippians 1:21. Let Your Holy Spirit empower me to walk in its light today. Amen.
Write it down
How can the truth of Philippians 1:21 shape your mindset today?
Abide in Grace
Let the peace of Christ rule in your heart today.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Philippians 1:21. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Philippians 1:21
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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