Sermons on Filipenses 1:6:

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

Paul's Heart Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2009

Even from prison Paul experiences the joy of being a Christian and love for the church.

“Paul’s Heart” Today we begin our series in Philippians. You may remember that I have called the Book of Philippians, the “antidepressant” book of the Bible. I have found that every non-medicinal method I learned as a counselor for treating depression and anxiety is covered in this book. So while ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Spiritual Body Building

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 25, 2009

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me! Oh, really? How did you get there? God shows us how in Philippians.

Building Strength in Christ This past Thursday I fulfilled an assignment for a graduate class called Spiritual Formation. Each student was required to take a personal retreat and document it in a reflection paper. The assignment was this: we were to spend an entire day (eight hours minimum) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy That Lasts

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 7, 2009

People today, even most Christians, do not have the joy that the Lord intends us to have. Joy unspeakable comes when we are filled with His glory.

Joy that lasts Philippians 1:1-11 This sermon was birthed by prayer and some resources from Sermon central contributors Introduction- I think it would be safe to say most people want to be happy. We don’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul's Advance Of The Gospel

Contributed by Kyle Gray on May 20, 2009

There is a cure for sin, and Paul was relentless in giving the remedy to all he encountered. Are you?

Paul lived a very powerful life. Responsible for writing most of the NT, he took the news of Jesus Christ into the world with a passion and attitude more fitting a soldier than a pastor! You talk about amped??? You couldn’t keep this guy down! You could beat him, flog him, throw him in stocks, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Work Has Begun; In You Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

God wants us to grow; He wants to keep working on us and in us, building us as individuals and as a church.

August 9, 2009 – A work has begun…in YOU. Philippians 1:1-11 Who of us has a project on the go? Ok, how about 2-3 projects…more? Anyone have something they wish they hadn’t started? Some folks like to work on just one thing at a time; plan it, prepare for it; do it till it’s done. Others can ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Elements Of Joy #2 Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

The sermon speaks about the joy of participation, the joy of anticipation.

The Elements of Joy (2) Text: Philippians 1:3-7 Introduction: This is Easter Sunday. On this day Christians celebrate Christ’s resurrection II. The Elements of Joy (v3-7) A. The joy of recollection (3) B. The joy of intercession (4) C. The joy of participation (5) 1.”Participation” in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy

Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004

Joy despite circumstances

Philippians 1 3-11 We are going to be looking at Philippians for the next month or so. Philippians is a great letter of Paul to a wonderful church. Paul, as you may remember, was the apostle to the Gentiles, to all of us non-Jews. He wrote many letters to different churches which were so wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Letters From Prison" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

A general challenge to look at the way Paul initially challenged the church of Philippi and to respond to it

“Letters From Prison” Philippians 1:3-11 PHP 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 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Is The Artist Of Salvation Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 1, 2009

This sermon provides an expository sermon based on Phil. 1.3-11.

God is the Artist of Salvation (The Perfection of the Saints) Text: Phil 1.3-11 Introduction: 1. Note the resemblance that children have to their parents. 2. Antique Road show – The dealers can identify the artist or craftsman from indicators in the artifact. 3. The author of Hebrews (and other ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Prayer From The Christian Heart

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Dec 6, 2009

As the Apostle Paul prays, his heart goes out to his fellow Christians. What can we learn for our prayer-life from the Apostle? Parts: A. Remember the deep bond of fellowship in Christ Jesus. B. Pray that love overflows in knowledge.

Text: Philippians 1:3-11 Theme: A Christmas Prayer from the Christian Heart A. Remember the deep bond of fellowship in Christ Jesus B. Pray that love overflows in knowledge Season: Advent 2c Date: December 6, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 3, 2011

During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome.

Philippians Pt 1- To Live is Christ Introduction Series- Philippians- letter written to church at Philippi. Paul- founded- church- written 10 years later- in prison. Story of Paul in Philippi- Act 16:9-12 Philippi- Roman colony in Macedonia- veteran soldiers relocated- very proud of their Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Can We Enjoy One Another? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 8, 2010

God’s Spirit working in us enables us to enjoy other members of God’s family.

Scripture Introduction Lucian was a Greek satirist of the second century A.D. His ridicule of Greek mythology and of Christianity earned him the nickname, “the Blasphemer.” Even so, God caused him to leave something edifying for us. He said of the Christians in his day: “It is incredible to see ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is There Hope For Me? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 9, 2010

God continues and completes what he starts.

Scripture Introduction Today’s text is a “plaque verse,” you find it inscribed on plaques, “calligraphy-ed” on cards, and on lists of verses Christians memorize. A couple of weeks ago, Kevin sent me a link to Steve Green singing it. In my previous pastorates, we sang, “He Who Began a Good Work in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Worry, God Finishes What He Begins

Contributed by John Perry on Jan 25, 2011

Every found yourself awake at night anxious over the things that only God can control? The good news that we have in this message is that what God begins He promises to finish.

Bunbury Tues pm 25/01/2011 “Don’t worry – God finishes what he begins” Intro: A great deal of our anxiety comes from worrying about things we really shouldn’t worry about. Some people have a lot of confidence in themselves. But their confidence is sometimes not well ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal