Paul makes clear that the Christian will receive persecution and opposition. As citizens of Heaven, Christians are to be united together as they stand firm and live in accordance with the gospel.
- Walk as Citizens (v27a)
- Live a life that is consistent with your citizenship
- Live a life that is consistent with the gospel
- Stand as Citizens (v27b-28)
- Be united with one another in the gospel (v27b)
- Be courageous with one another in the mission (v28)
- Suffer as Citizens (v29-30)
- Suffer for Christ (v29)
- Suffer together (v30)