Sermons on Filipenses 1:19:

Living Together With The Right Desire Series

Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 22, 2004

Paul shows us from his own life two kinds of desire that we need to have.

LIVING TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT DESIRE Philippians 1:19-26 INTRODUCTION A. How desire helped us in a basketball game against Manitowoc my junior year in high school. We were having a perfect season; we had not won a game when the eventual state champions came to town to play us. (They would ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expectation And Hope

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 12, 2003

We, like Paul, should live in expectation and hope.

INTRO.- ILL.- A man approached a little league baseball game one afternoon. He asked a boy in the dugout what the score was. The boy responded, "Eighteen to nothing--we’re behind." "Boy," said the spectator, "I’ll bet you’re discouraged." "Why should I be discouraged?" replied the little ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Proper Perspective

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 15, 2003

Sermon on life and death

THE PROPER PERSPECTIVE Philippians 1:19-26 12/13/94 How many of you have been up in one of those small airplanes? This fall was the first time that I had the opportunity to go up in one of those little four seat planes courtesy of xxxx. I had been up in commercial airliner and military aircraft ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Bible Church

Live With An Eternal Perspective Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004

MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get sidetracked by petty disagreements. 3. Live for Christ every

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 2. Live With An Eternal Perspective Philippians 1:12-29 May 8/9, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's All In How You Look At It Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004

Attitude that determines whether we have joy in our circumstances.

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 2 It’s All In How You Look At It Philippians 1:12-20 In today’s message we note that it is attitude that determines whether we have joy in our circumstances. But by attitude we do not mean a foolish ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Captive For Christ Series

Contributed by William Yates on Nov 8, 2003

In this message we examine Paul’s determination to promote the gospel even though he is a prisoner.

Philippians 1 Christ Is Preached 12 But I want you to know, brethren, that the things which happened to me have actually turned out for the furtherance of the gospel, 13so that it has become evident to the whole palace guard, and to all the rest, that my chains are in Christ; 14and most of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Living In Christ - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Apr 27, 2006

The Word of God encourages us to be Christ’s person in every situation and to seek to glorify HIM, “whether it be by life, or by death” (Phil.1:20).

LIVING IN CHRIST (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 1 LIVING IS CHRIST Philippians 1:12-26 May 2006 Introduction Last week, during our bible study I discussed with you the details on the series of messages that will be covered these months of May and June. I hope you have read ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Philippians Part 2 "Life With Purpose!" Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 16, 2005

When we learn to follow God’s will for our lives and do it with joy then we will conduct ourselves in a manner that is worthy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Philippians Chapter 1 (part 2) – “Life with purpose!” On the Lighter side of life: Light bulb jokes from the book 1002 Humorous Illustrations. Pages 223-225 Q: How many Calvinists does it take to change a lightbulb? A: None: God has predestined when the lights will be one. Q: How many Arminians ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Alignment Series

Contributed by Anthony Craver on Sep 27, 2006

You can have joy by aligning yourself with God’s passion, God’s purpose, and God’s perspective!

The Joy of Alignment with God Philippians 1:12-26 I. Introduction We are continuing to talk about joy! The Christian life should be a joyful life. The preacher once said that some Christians look like a mule eating oats out of a half-inch gas pipe. What does it take to be joyful? We ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Helpful Spiritual Appeals

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2006

The Holy Spirit gives us insights into emotional, mental, physical, social, economic, cultural, and spiritual needs of every person.

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Give Persuasive Appeals in Our Preaching Helpful Spiritual Appeals (Phil. 1:19) 1. The Holy Spirit teaches us how to appeal to the most essential needs of every person. Paul wrote, "I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have Joy Where You Are

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

How to maintain your join where you are.

How to Have Joy in the Place I am In By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 1:1-30 1. Avoid bitterness that can spoil Three ways we can give in to bitterness: • Striking Unfairness “so that my imprisonment in the cause of Christ has become well known throughout the whole praetorian guard and to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Circumstances Confuse Us Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 17, 2007

Joy Stealers are the tools Satan uses to rob us of our joy in serving the cause of Christ.To help us defeat the joy stealers of this life, Paul wrote the book of Philippians. Paul knew there would be times we could not be happy, but in Christ, we could al

Introduction: This past weekend, our family celebrated Kathy’s parents 50th wedding anniversary. We spent all day Friday decorating the church in preparation for the big night. Kathy had planned the celebration to be a big surprise, and sure enough, her parents were surprised as 75 of their friends ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brightness In Darkness

Contributed by Sam Evangelista on Jun 29, 2007

Born-again believersof Jesus Christ have all the reasons to rejoice even in the midst of hardship and trials of their lives as they continue to love and serve Him because they are assured of the Lord’s unfailing promise: "And surely I am with you always,

God can bring brightness in the darkest moment of our lives when... 1. Our adversities are God’s opportunities...(vs.12,13) a. For our salvation b. For spiritual maturity c. For mission and evangelism 2. Our situation becomes others’ motivation. (vs.14-18) Paul’s zeal in the ministry ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Torn Between Two Loves Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 5, 2007

Part of a series in Philippians, we are encouraged to make Christ our life.

Illus. 3 men discussing their funerals, what they would want people to say. •"He was a great humanitarian, an asset to his community." •"He was a great family man, loved his family." •"Look, he’s moving!" “What would you like on your tombstone”? What would you like to accomplish before you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Defense Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 14, 2007

Even in the midst of opposition Paul rejoiced because the Gospel was being preached.

1) Last week we spoke of the Gospel being advanced when we go through difficulties in our lives. When the Gospel advances we advance. When Paul was able to process his problems through acceptance and surrender he was able to receive divine power and perspective. 2) This week we will be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God