Ordinary time · Stilling Waves Bible

Philippians 4

Read Philippians 4 slowly, once or twice. Then sit with this:

Instead of carrying worry alone, turn each anxious thought into a request with thanks attached. Then dwell for a while on whatever is lovely, and let peace stand guard.

Three questions for the group

1. Read Philippians 4 aloud, slowly. Which word or phrase stays with you?
2. What would you need in order to be at rest today, and how large is that need, really?
3. Who has stood with you in hard times, as the Philippians stood with Paul?

Questions 2 and 3 are personal: share only what you want to share.

Close with a minute of silence, then pray in your own words.

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Handout 7 is always Philippians 4: the numbers never change. For another chapter, see all the readings.