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The Book Of Philippians
Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 10, 2022 (message contributor)
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1. The Joy Of Gospel Partnership - Philippians 1:1-5
Contributed on Dec 16, 2021
The solution to disunity caused by suffering is joy from gospel partnership
Philippians 1:1 Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus at Philippi, together with the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, ...read more
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2. We Are Doing A Great Work! - Philippians 1:4-8
Contributed on Dec 16, 2021
The Philippians’ gospel partnership/fellowship (koinonia) with Paul was like the Fellowship of the Ring (band of unlikely comrades who would lay down their lives for one another and the cause of the Fellowship).
Philippians 1:3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day ...read more
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3. Smart Love - Philippians 1:9-11
Contributed on Dec 29, 2021
Are you ready for the Day of Christ?
Philippians 1:9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, 10 so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ, 11 filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to ...read more
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4. Unassailable Joy - Philippians 1:12-18
Contributed on Dec 29, 2021
Does God want us to pretend to be joyful when we're miserable?
Philippians 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the ...read more
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5. Make Me A Telescope - Philippians 1:19-21a
Contributed on Dec 29, 2021
How to fill your life with more meaning and greater joy
Philippians 1:17 The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can stir up trouble for me while I am in chains. 18 But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I ...read more
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6. Why Go On Living? - Philippians 1:21-26
Contributed on Dec 29, 2021
Those who contemplate suicide often hesitate because they fear what may be on the other side. Paul also wrestled with whether it would be better to live or die. But his reasoning was far different from most people's.
Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will ...read more
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7. Gospel Citizenship - Philippians 1:27
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
What does it mean to live out your heavenly citizenship in this life?
Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more
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8. Suffering By Grace - Philippians 1:28-30
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
What did Paul mean when he said it has been "granted" to us to suffer?
Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more
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9. Compassionate, Praying Jesus - Mark 1:30-39
Contributed on Jun 3, 2023
A dramatic look into Jesus' compassion and prayer life
Mark 1:30 Simon’s mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they told Jesus about her. 31 So he went to her, took her hand and helped her up. The fever left her and she began to wait on them. 32 That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. 33 The whole ...read more
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10. The Tenderness Of God - Philippians 2:1
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
Can you think of specific examples of Jesus' tenderness with you? Those memories are crucial for church life.
For an audio version of this sermon, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com Philippians 2:1 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being ...read more
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11. Oneness Through Lowliness - Philippians 2:2-3
Contributed on Jul 23, 2022
How do you find a win-win in a conflict?
For an audio version of this sermon, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com Philippians 2:1 If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being ...read more
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12. Interest In Interests - Sermon On Philippians 2:4
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
God commands us to live in peace with one another. But what do you do when there is an impasse?
Introduction “Hey look, here they come again. Wow. I’m surprised they came back after how they got treated last time. But … now it looks like there’s more of them … a lot more. And look down there. Oh man, there are hundreds of them. And this time they have swords! Oh boy. Quick, go run and tell ...read more
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13. Down Is The New Up - Sermon On Philippians 2:5-11
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
When we humble ourselves, it joins us with Christ in his suffering, and we will also be joined with Christ in his exaltation.
Scripture constantly promises that God will exalt the humble. But what if you don’t desire exaltation? This message will help you see why we must pursue exaltation from God and how we can do so by fulfilling what is lacking in Christ’s suffering. Philippians 2:5 Your attitude should be the same ...read more
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14. Portrait Of Humility - Philippians 2:5-8
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
We know we are to be servants, but we struggle when servanthood requires giving up something precious. This message will help you see the beauty of a lifestyle of servanthood and giving up precious things for others.
Philippians 2:5 Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in the very form of God, did not consider that equality with God something to be grasped, 7 but made himself nothing, taking the very form of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in ...read more
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15. Obey - Sermon On Philippians 2:7-12
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
Jesus was fully God and fully man, and the fourth aspect of his example of humility was obedience – to God and to human authorities. So God exalted him by making him Lord and Judge over all. Therefore we should obey – because of his example and because of his supremacy and lordship as judge.
Philippians 2:5 Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in the very form of God, did not consider that equality with God something to be grasped, 7 but made himself nothing, taking the very form of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in ...read more
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16. Who Done It? - Sermon On Philippians 2:12-13
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
God works inside us to cause us to desire and decide good things and to do good things. When he does so, it really is our willing and doing, even though it was caused by God.
Philippians 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. 14 Do everything without ...read more
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17. Your Work, His Power - Sermon On Philippians 2:12-13
Contributed on Apr 1, 2023
The commands God gives us are like a foreman telling a worker to move a mountain. A shovel (his own strength) won’t work, but neither will a lawn chair. The power comes from the earth mover, but operating that entails hard work.
Philippians 2:12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act for the sake of his good pleasure. Introduction From ...read more
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18. Unbelief In 140 Characters Or Less - Philippians 2:14-15
Contributed on Jun 15, 2024
No one wants to be known as a whiner. Yet most of us complain routinely. What do you complaints reveal about your heart?
Philippians 2:14 Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16 as you hold out the word of life—in order that I may boast on the day of ...read more
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19. Lights In A Dark World - Philippians 2:14-15
Contributed on Jun 15, 2024
Are you obeying the command in Philippians 2:14, "Do everything without complaining or arguing"?
Philippians 2:14 Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16 as you hold out the word of life—in order that I may boast on the day of ...read more
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20. Serving With Passion - Philippians 2:16
Contributed on Jun 15, 2024
Did you know it's your responsibility to get other people ready for Judgment Day? How is that done?
Philippians 2:14 Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16 as you hold out the word of life—in order that I may boast on the day of ...read more
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21. Dump Your Drink - Philippians 2:17-18
Contributed on Jun 17, 2024
Paul was full of joy at the idea that his life might be a drink offering. What is that?
Philippians 2:14 Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16 as you hold out the word of life—in order that I may boast on the day of ...read more
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22. Good Anxiety - Philippians 2:19-21
Contributed on Jun 17, 2024
Have you ever heard of someone being disqualified for ministry because of a lack of anxiety? That happened with everyone in the Roman church ... except Timothy.
Philippians 2:19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. 20 I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. 21 For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know ...read more
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23. How To Be A Timothy - Philippians 2:22-24
Contributed on Jun 17, 2024
The preaching of the Word won’t have an effect on the hard, rocky, or weedy soil until someone gets down on the ground of that person’s heart and does some gardening.
Philippians 2:19 I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you. 20 I have no one else like him, who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. 21 For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. 22 But you know ...read more
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24. The Gambler - Philippians 2:25-30
Contributed on Jan 27, 2022
We are to celebrate and honor people like Epaphroditus, who risked his life for his (support) ministry.
Philippians 2:25 But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs (lit: and your apostle and minister of my needs). 26 For he longs for all of you and is distressed because ...read more
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25. Ministry Glasses - Philippians 2:25-30
Contributed on Jun 17, 2024
If you saw your ministry through God's eyes, you would be staggered.
Philippians 2:25 But I think it is necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger, whom you sent to take care of my needs (lit: and your apostle and minister of my needs). 26 For he longs for all of you and is distressed because ...read more
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26. The Wrong Way To Be Right - Philippians 3:1-10
Contributed on Jan 27, 2022
The question of how to be a good person is one of the (few) essentials of Christianity. It begins with rejoicing.
Philippians 3:1 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2 Watch out for those dogs, watch out for those men who do evil, watch out for the mutilation. 3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who ...read more
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27. Your Place In His Plan - Philippians 3:1b-3a
Contributed on Feb 3, 2022
Paul gives yet another strong warning about the Judaizers because they are a major threat to the most important thing – knowing Christ.
Philippians 3:1 Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2 Watch out for those dogs, watch out for those men who do evil, watch out for the mutilation. 3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who ...read more
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28. In Christ Alone - Philippians 3:3b-8
Contributed on Feb 3, 2022
The true people of God are those who serve God by means of the Holy Spirit (living the Christian life by exposing ourselves to the Spirit’s influence and cooperating with what he does) and who glory in Christ alone, rather than putting any confidence in the flesh.
The true people of God are those who serve God by means of the Holy Spirit (living the Christian life by exposing ourselves to the Spirit’s influence and cooperating with what he does) and who glory in (rely on, hope in, rejoice in, count on, run after, regard as supremely important) Christ alone, ...read more
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29. Better Than Anything - Philippians 3:7-9
Contributed on Feb 3, 2022
Why is it so evil for a person to try to make himself righteous?
Philippians 3:7 But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them filth, that I may gain Christ 9 and be ...read more
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30. Power For Pain - Philippians 3:10-11
Contributed on Feb 3, 2022
Paul's quest for power, partnership with Christ in the work of redemption by suffering with him, and being conformed to the pattern of his death
Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. Introduction It stands to reason that if you are living in God’s universe, ...read more