Where’s Your Allegiance?   5-Day Bible Study Scripture Reference:  Philippians 3:17-21 Based on the sermon “Where’s Your Allegiance?” (from Philippians 3:17–21), captured in your recent notes, here is a 5-day devotional Bible study focused on unity, suffering, and heavenly citizenship . Day 1: The Call to Christian Unity Scripture: Philippians 3:17; Ephesians 4:3 Reflection: The sermon highlighted a stark contrast: worldly political systems are divided by design, but the body of Christ is called to unity by command.  Unityisn’tt something we manufacture on our own; it is already forged by God, and we are tasked with maintaining it.  In a culture driven by division, our relationships within the church should reflect a higher calling. Application Question: Where have you allowed external divisions (politics, background, or opinions) to affect your posture toward fellow believers?  What is one step you can take today to pursue unity? Day 2: Choosin...

  Awesome August | Where's Your Allegiance | Sermon Notes | Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21 | Rev. Greg Holmes Here is a breakdown of the sermon notes from “Where’s Your Allegiance?” , expanding on the key themes and structure delivered during the message: 1.  The Call to Unity Worldly vs. Kingdom Division: The speaker opened by pointing out how modern culture and political systems (like the left-vs-right dynamic in a State of the Union address ) are intentionally built on division and opposition. A Divine Command: Tragically, this partisan spirit has crept into the church through divisions over race, class, and politics.  However, the speaker emphasized that “political parties are divided by design, but the body of Christ is called to unity by command” ( Ephesians 4:3 ). Unity is not something we manufacture ourselves; it is already forged by God, and our job is to maintain it. 2.  Imitating Godly Examples Choosing Your Mentors: Based on Philippians 3:17 , believ...