Sermons on Filipenses 1:22:

For Me To Live Is Christ

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

There is comfort in the hope given to a Christian that living for Christ is life indeed.

What an occasion! We are here to celebrate the life of our very dear friend A.. What a lovely person she was! My contact with her was far to limited, but the lasting impression left on me was of a very special person, who loved the Lord, and served Him so faithfully. I suppose that the time ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Even In Death, The Grace Of God Is Proclaimed

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 17, 2007

A Funeral sermon for a faithful, elderly woman.

Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your Word, granting us a renewed and strengthened faith, that we might find comfort in your grace, and hope for the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-24

Denomination: Lutheran

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

Conduct Becoming

Contributed by Lew Slade on May 9, 2007

What does it mean for us to "conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ"?

Judi and I have been doing a bit of re-decorating over the past few months – and I’m not referring to the diet we’ve been on! On a couple of occasions I have been to the Hardware shop and asked them to mix up a special colour for me. I don’t know if you’ve ever watched this being done. In case ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

It's All About Choice Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on May 14, 2007

Our motive for service proves our choice of master. Paul reminds us that if our motive of service proves Christ to be our Master, then the results should be a life of bearing fruit.

INTRODUCTION In our study last wee, taken from the 1st chapter of Philippians a verse 15, we found that “others” (15) were sharing “Christ”. Some of these were brothers whom Paul had earlier influenced and they had become more courageous and fearless in their spread of the gospel. **WOULDN’T IT ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do When You Are Caught In A Dilemma

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

This sermon is meant to give you strength and courage when you are facing a dilemma in your life.

Banner of Praises Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “What Do You Do..... When You Are Caught In A Dilemma” Philippians 1:21-26 [21] For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. [22] But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 3 in a series on Philippians focusing on the Christian’s purpose

The Joy of Purpose I. Introduction A. Knowing Your Purpose 1. Hank Aaron and Yogi Berra a) Berra, catcher for the Yankees, was playing against Aaron, Milwaukee Braves, in the World Series. b) Berra was keeping up his ceaseless chatter, intended to pep up his teammates and distract the opposing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Allow Circumstances Rob Your Joy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 13, 2007

Philippians is commonly called the "Book of Joy". But Paul presents several thieves that try to rob us of our joy. The first thief: "Difficult Circumstances."

DON’T ALLOW CIRCUMSTANCES ROB YOUR JOY A. For the next few weeks we’re going to take a look at CHRISTIAN JOY and the THIEVES that try to ROB us of our JOY from the book of Philippians. 1. Now to some people the phrase “CHRISTIAN JOY” is an OXYMORON--in their mind these two words CONTRADICT ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humble Courage Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 9, 2009

Courage moves us to risk ourselves for the sake of others or a higher cause. Faith and risk are inseparable.

Philippians 1:20-27 “Humble Courage” INTRODUCTION Courage is not often connected with the Christian life. It isn’t listed in the fruits of the Spirit i.e., love, joy, peace, patience, etc. Jesus doesn’t instruct his disciples to be courageous, though he did encourage them to “take heart,” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-27

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Paul displayed an attitude which rose above his hard circumstances.

TO LIVE IS CHRIST Philippians 1:20-30 Two elderly women were out driving in a large car and both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red but they just went on through. The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself "I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-30

Crucified With Christ

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 18, 2008

Ultimately salvation is about knowing God, and commitment to Christ is about dying to self.

Crucified With Christ, Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction On a dark and stormy night, a child was lost in the streets of a large city. A policeman found him crying in distress, and gathering enough from his story to locate the home, gave him directions after this manner. “Just go down this street ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Struggling Joy

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 22, 2008

How can I make sound Christian decisions?

21For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain. 22If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer. 23I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; 24but to remain in the flesh is more ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: United Methodist

The Meaning Of Life...and Death Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Oct 30, 2008

To live is Christ; to die is gain. This is the great creed of the Christian who wants to live a joyful life whether in this life or the next.

THE MEANING OF LIFE…AND DEATH I emailed a friend recently who is an adventurer. I told him that I look back on his exploits with awe and sometimes I live vicariously through his ventures. He emailed back and said, “Don’t live through me… early in July I started tearing my dad’s old barn down (to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Mennonite

Renovation Starts With The Heart Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jun 8, 2009

A 5 week series on the book of Philippians that parallels a renovation project in the church. This message deals with demolition ie. taking out the old so that it can be replaced by the new.

Renovations: Making it New Again Pt 1 – Renovation Starts with the Heart Philippians 1:1-11;21-30 If there is one word that describes best what is going on in our church right now I think that word would have to be Renovation. The definition of the word is simple: 1. To restore to an earlier ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: *other