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Week 6: WHATEVER IS OUTSTANDING…

You will see what you seek

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Philippians 4:8

This is not just a

guide;
it’s a

Reveal Answer

guide.

How do I think about whatever is outstanding?

1. Who can I

for doing good?

“…whatever is admirable…”
Greek euphemos; from eu (“good”) and pheme (“fame, report”) literally “good fame”

• People from History

• People I Know

• People in Scripture

“Those responding to moral excellence were energized and wanted to work harder to reach their own goals… Admiration motivates self-improvement.” - Jonathan Haidt, “Witnessing excellence in action: the ‘other-praising’ emotions of elevation, gratitude, and admiration.” The Journal of Positive Psychology, Vol. 4, Issue 2, pp. 105-127

Do I spend more time

people or

Reveal Answer

people?

2. Where can I notice

?

“…whatever is excellent…”
Greek arete; used to describe strength, intellect, prowess, virtue

• Art/architecture

• Athletic skill

• Music

• Parenting

3. Who can I

?

“…whatever is praiseworthy…”
Greek epainos, deserving of recognition, honor

When nothing else is working, try

.

Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. Philippians 4:9

There is a direct link between

and

Reveal Answer

QUESTIONS

For personal reflection or group discussion

1. Read Philippians 4:8-9. Do you spend more time thinking about people you admire or people who anger you? How can you change that ratio? Are there simple habits that you can prioritize or eliminate that will help?

2. Who would you say you admire? Think of a person from history, a person from your life, and a person in the Bible. Why do you think it’s helpful to think of people you admire?

3. When you think of a situation where you spotted excellence, what comes to mind? Why is noticing excellence an elevating experience?

4. Is there a person in your life who does praiseworthy things that may be going unnoticed? Praise them today! Now praise God for something specific.

5. As we close this series, go back through Philippians 4:8 and think about one thing that represents each category Paul mentions. What is your main takeaway from this study?

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