"FOR TO ME TO LIVE IS CHRIST, AND TO DIE IS GAIN." --PHILIPPIANS 1:21 Paul's attitudes about life and death were transformed by the gospel. Jesus's death and resurrection defeated death and gave us hope. In Paul's letter to the Philippians, he exhorts us to adopt the mind of Christ so that we too can have supernatural hope and joy. Philippians: A 40-Day Bible Study is meditative, gospel-centered, practical, and prayerful. Over forty days, you will: · Read and reflect on Philippians · Meditate on Jesus and the good news · Pray through Philippians · Apply God's word to your life Planted in the Word: Bible studies for individuals or small groups. Each volume provides forty days of guided Bible study written by respected scholars for everyday Christians. Short enough to read in 15 minutes or less, each day includes:  · Reading and meditation on Scripture · Reflection on how the text points to Christ · Application of God's word to our lives · Praying for God's help · Suggestions for further study or discussion.  Each volume includes a reading plan for group study.