Philippians 2:12-18
12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure.
14 Do all things without grumbling or questioning, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16 holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain. 17 Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18 Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me.
The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001 (Php 2:12-18). Wheaton: Standard Bible Society.
St Paul urges the Philippians to be blameless. God has told the people to become Holy as he is Holy. This does not make any difference whether Jesus is knocking at the door or sitting upon a throne in heaven. Jesus has promised to always be with you.
St Paul can talk about being away from them. But God does not talk this way. God is always with you. Whether your Pastor or St Paul is looking over your shoulder or is off looking over someone else's shoulder, God is still there. God sees everything you do. God knows all the things you do in secret.
Therefore we are called to "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling". Which can leave us of on a ledge, but God is with you. "For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure." God has worked salvation in you through his Holy Spirit. Jesus Christ died for the forgiveness of your sins and for your salvation. He continues to work life in you.
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