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Final Greetings and Grace

Date of Service:  04-29-2026
6 PM Wednesday Evening
In Final Greetings and Grace, Pastor Lester Jenkins concludes the Philippians series with a message from Philippians 4:21-23 that shows how much meaning can be found in Paul’s closing words. What may first appear to be a simple farewell becomes a warm reminder that Christian fellowship matters. Pastor Jenkins emphasizes that when believers greet one another sincerely, they are saying, “I see you. You matter. You have value and worth.”

This sermon explains that every believer in Christ is a saint, not because of personal achievement, religious status, or human merit, but because of the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ. Paul’s words, “Salute every saint in Christ Jesus,” call the church to recognize each person personally and lovingly. The message also points to the gospel’s surprising reach into Caesar’s household, reminding us that God’s Word cannot be chained and that His grace can reach people in unlikely places.

Pastor Jenkins closes by pointing the church back to the grace that saves, strengthens, and keeps every believer. Philippians 4:23 says, “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.” This message calls Christians to be intentional in fellowship, faithful in witness, and joyful in living for Christ. If you are in Mitchell, then you are within driving distance of Thomson and we invite you to join us at Washington Heights Baptist Church. Our regular service times are Sunday School 9:30 AM, Sunday Worship 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM, and Wednesday 6:00 PM.

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Questions and Answers

Quick sermon takeaways from Philippians 4:21-23, focused on Christian greetings, the value of every saint in Christ, gospel fellowship, and the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ.

What is the main message of Final Greetings and Grace from Philippians 4:21-23?

The main message is that Paul’s closing words are not empty formalities. Pastor Lester Jenkins teaches that Christian greetings matter because people matter. When believers greet one another with warmth, attention, and care, they communicate that each person has value and worth in the body of Christ.

Why does Paul say to salute every saint in Christ Jesus?

Paul says, “Salute every saint in Christ Jesus,” because every believer should be personally recognized and loved. The sermon emphasizes that this is more than a general greeting to a crowd. It is a call to see individuals, notice them, care about them, and treat them as people who matter to God and to the church.

What does it mean to be a saint in Philippians 4?

In this sermon, Pastor Jenkins explains that a saint is a holy one in Christ Jesus. Believers are made holy positionally by grace through faith in Christ, and they are being made more holy practically through the work of the Holy Spirit. Sainthood is not earned by money, religious achievement, or human merit. It is the result of God’s grace through the blood of Jesus Christ.

Why do Christian greetings matter in the local church?

Christian greetings matter because they show “hospitable recognition.” Pastor Jenkins teaches that even a simple greeting, eye contact, or personal word can say, “I see you. You matter.” This kind of care strengthens fellowship, encourages unity, and helps people feel loved and valued in the church family.

What does Caesar’s household mean in Philippians 4:22?

Philippians 4:22 says, “All the saints salute you, chiefly they that are of Caesar's household.” Pastor Jenkins points out that this shows the surprising reach of the gospel. Even while Paul was under Roman custody, the gospel was not chained. People connected to Caesar’s household, possibly soldiers, servants, officials, or even relatives, were being reached with the message of Christ.

How does Philippians 4:21-23 show that the gospel cannot be chained?

The sermon explains that Paul’s circumstances did not stop the gospel from spreading. Even in Rome, and even among those connected to Caesar’s household, people were coming to Christ. Pastor Jenkins applies this by reminding believers that God can reach unlikely people in unlikely places, and that Christians should keep speaking, greeting, inviting, and witnessing faithfully.

What does Philippians 4:23 teach about grace?

Philippians 4:23 says, “The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.” The sermon teaches that believers need grace not only to be saved, but also to keep walking with the Lord. Grace includes forgiveness, love, a home in heaven, the help of the Holy Spirit, and strength to move away from sin and toward holiness.

How should believers apply Philippians 4:21-23 today?

Believers should apply this passage by being intentional in fellowship. Pastor Jenkins encourages Christians to make personal connections, greet others warmly, invite people to church, recognize the quiet or overlooked person, and live as examples of Christ. The closing verses of Philippians call the church to love one another, value every saint, and live daily by the grace of Jesus Christ.

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