How To Live Well. Philippians 4:1-7 Living for God isn't complicated because of the high demands placed on us by God. Some very simple actions can help make our lives as believers what they should be. This chapter begins with a reference to the two verses prior, where we're directed to focus on the Lord Jesus Christ. Enablement for living the Christian life comes from Him now, as well as the hope of His return and the change that will happen when He comes. It is our duty to stand firm in the Lord. We just need to avoid getting distracted by the pressures around us. Being of the same mind in the Lord keeps us connected with our brothers and sisters in Christ. Rejoicing in the Lord is our choice and a way to care for our own souls. When these things are active in our lives, we will live with a constant awareness of the Lord's presence with us.
Philippians 4:1–7