A Prayer for Maturity

Pray that we may lead a life that pleases God by our actions and our attitude; a life that glorifies God in all we do.

Philippians 1:9

• And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment;
  • Love – The basis out of which everything grows
  • Abound – An exceeding measure above the ordinary
  • Knowledge – The key to its source
  • Judgment – Discernment, depth of insight, the ability to decide between what’s right and wrong

Philippians 1:10 

• That ye may approve things that are excellent;
  • Excellent – The highest standard
  • Approve – Determine if something is right or true
• That ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ;
  • Sincere – Tested by the sunlight, without wax
  • Without offense – Blameless

Philippians 1:11

• Being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are by Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.
  • Fruits of Righteousness
    • Galatians 5:22, 23, Fruit of the Spirit
    • Romans 6:22, Fruit of holiness
    • Colossians 1:10, Fruit of good works
    • Hebrews 13:15, Fruit of praise
    • John 15:5, 8, Abide in Him
    • Philippians 3:9 – Not my Righteousness
  • Glory of God – 1 Corinthians 10:31