Why is there no criticism in Paul's letter to the Philippians?
The apostle Paul held the Philippian believers in deep affection, as the context states he had a real warm place in his heart for them. That warm relationship explains why this letter contains not a word of criticism from him.
Les explains that Paul had a real warm place in his heart for the Philippians, which is why he addresses them as 'Brethren' and includes not a word of criticism in this letter. In the preceding context, Les notes that Paul urged the Corinthians to follow him and sent Timothy to remind them of his ways. But with the Philippians, his tone is one of deep affection, and he has no rebuke for them.
Philippians 3:17
Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample.