This paper will discuss the epistle of the Philippians in the New Testament. By realizing the many themes that Christ stands for I the expansion of the Church, we can see the role that Paul plays in the power that drives this religion. The active state of warfare, that is the essence of Paul, can be related here by the power that Christ holds for this powerful visionary of the Church. By analyzing Paul's everlasting contribution to the cause of Christ, the Philippians letter can illuminate why he was so driven in the case for Christianity. 10 pgs, bibliography lists 2 sources.