Philippians 4:8-9: Think About These Things

When Paul wrote his most positive letter, he did so while in prison, either in Rome or Ephesus around 62 CE. Paul succinctly tells us what to focus on for the sake of our well-being, as well as that of those around us. More than merely read, this passage should also be prayed:

“Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you” (Philippians 4:8-9).

To pray Paul’s words, focus on these four questions: What does this passage say? What does it say to you? What do you want to say to God? What does God want to say to you?