1. What is the meaning of Philippians 1:21?

2. How does "to live is Christ" influence your daily decisions and priorities?

3. What does "to die is gain" reveal about Paul's view of eternal life?

4. How can Philippians 1:21 inspire you to share the Gospel more boldly?

5. How does this verse connect with Jesus' teachings on self-denial and discipleship?

6. In what ways can you embody "to live is Christ" in your community?

7. What does "to live is Christ and to die is gain" mean in Philippians 1:21?

8. How does Philippians 1:21 challenge our understanding of life and death?

9. What historical context influenced Paul's writing of Philippians 1:21?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Philippians 1?

11. Does Paul’s viewpoint “to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21) conflict with central Christian doctrines on the value of life and future resurrection?

12. What does it mean to live as Christ?

13. Is dying truly a form of gain?

14. Who was C.T. Studd and his missionary impact?1. How does Paul's statement "to live is Christ" challenge the way you currently live your life?

2. In what ways can you incorporate a Christ-centered perspective in your daily decisions and interactions?

3. How does the concept of "to die is gain" influence your understanding of life and death?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced joy in the midst of suffering. How did your faith in Christ play a role in that experience?

5. How can the teachings in Philippians 1:21 inspire you to live with a greater sense of purpose and hope?1. How does Paul's joy amidst his suffering challenge your understanding of joy?

2. How does the idea of “to live is Christ and to die is gain” shape your perception of life and death?

3. Reflect on a time when you faced adversity for the sake of the Gospel. How did you respond, and what did you learn?

4. How can you practically live out the call to live in a manner worthy of the Gospel?

5. In what ways have you experienced the partnership in the Gospel that Paul speaks of in verse 5?

6. How do you reconcile the idea of suffering being a gift (verse 29) with your own experiences of suffering?

7. How can you use your current situation, whether favourable or challenging, to advance the Gospel?

8. What role does prayer play in your personal relationship with God, as suggested in verses 3-4?

9. How does Paul's example inspire you to stand firm in your faith amidst challenges?

10. How would you handle a situation where someone is preaching the Gospel from wrong motives?

11. Paul believed his imprisonment served to advance the Gospel. Can you think of a personal situation that seemed negative but resulted in positive outcomes?

12. How do verses 9-11 shape your understanding of spiritual growth and love?

13. In today's world, what does it mean to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the Gospel?

14. What can you learn from Paul’s view of death?

15. How can you apply Paul's prayer for the Philippians' love to "abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight" in your daily life?

16. How can we promote unity and stand firm in one spirit in our current social and cultural context?

17. What are some practical steps you can take to live a life that reflects "to live is Christ"?

18. How does Paul's view of his circumstances change your perspective on your own struggles?

19. Why do you think Paul had such a deep affection for the Philippians, and how can you cultivate such affection for your own faith community?

20. If faced with a similar predicament as Paul, how would your faith be challenged and how would you respond?

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