In Extravagant Grace, Part 7 (Philippians 4:21–23), Stephen Davey concludes his study of Philippians by reminding believers of their true identity and belonging. Using a moving story of an unidentified man rediscovering his name, he parallels how Christians often forget who they are in Christ. Paul’s closing greetings emphasize that every believer is a saint—not because of achievements or miracles, but because of being set apart in Christ. Davey highlights the unity of the family of God—brothers and sisters joined by grace, not status—and notes that even “those of Caesar’s household” had come to faith, proving the gospel’s unstoppable reach. He defines grace as receiving what we do not deserve and points to Christ as its perfect expression. The letter that began with grace ends with grace, showing that everything believers are and have flows from the Lord Jesus Christ, whose lavish grace will continue to amaze His people for all eternity.
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