Verse of the Day Philippians 1:6

"And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ"

Paul is greatly encouraged by the Philippians as he tells of the joy he finds as he prays for them. With that he desires to encourage them as well. He doesn't do so with untrue words or flattery but by simply telling them of the assurance they have in Christ.
Important for them to know, and for us today, is that is is God who has begun this good work in us. This is both an incredibly humbling thing as well as a great encouragement. It is humbling to know that there is nothing about my life today, about my relationship with Christ that has not been brought about by my own will or power. This 'good work' that we see as we become more like Christ is entirely God's work. This is doubly encouraging because...well because it is God who is doing the work and not me. I know I often I wish to credit myself with good things and as I fall because of this pride I am relieved to know that it is God who is providing me with strength, with joy, and with abundant mercies everyday. God has always provided, never failed, and has saved me through the blood of Christ, none of that is my doing and once I see this, the encouragement and joy overflow
To add emphasis Paul states 'to completion as the day of Jesus Christ' - God will continue to work in the follower of Christs life forever until Christ returns - Thats Awesome