Philippians

Acts 16:9-40 gives us an idea of the good relationships Paul had with Lydia and the jailkeeper in Philippi as well as a couple of miraculous occurences from his time there.

Acts 28:16-31 describes Paul's period of house arrest in Rome during which time he was able to evangelize Jews and Gentiles, possibly even members of Nero's own bodyguard. In Philippians 4:22 Paul sends greetings to the Philippians from "members of Caesar's own household."

Philippians doesn't address major doctrinal fights as some of the other letters do. Instead, Paul may be addressing everyday living for the church.

2:5 tells us to think as Jesus did, and the verses that follow, which may have been a hymn, describe Jesus' humility. Being worshipful and humble is the way to face our daily problems, and Jesus provides the energy we need to get along.

4:6-7 lets us know that we can take our anxieties to God and find peace.

4:11-12 lets us know that material prosperity is not the sign of right relationship with God. Paul had been impoverished at times and overwhelmed with provisions at others. But Christ was his resource in all situations.