Sermons on Filipenses 2:15:

Shining As Stars

Contributed by Matthew Clark on Sep 12, 2010

Paul tells the Christians at Philippi that they are "shining as stars." This lesson looks at why Paul said this about this group, and how we can also "shine as stars."

SHINING AS STARS Philippians 2:12-16 READING THE STARS ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Long before our culture had such things as a map, an atlas, or GPS, people used to look to the sky for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ My Example Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Christ my example

Reading: Philippians chapter 2 verses 1-30: Ill: • Story told about a Jewish man in New York who bought a little shop; • Problem was it was squeezed in between two gigantic department stores. • He wondered what to call his little shop, • After much thought he had a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-30

Denomination: Brethren

Denying Yourself (Spiritual Formation Part 2) Series

Contributed by Anthony Soyao on Oct 1, 2010

Knowing how to deny ourselves to our spiritual formation.

Denying Yourself Philippians 2:1-16 1. Deny your Authority – Acknowledging that our life is under the sovereign power of God A. Who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped (Verse 6) B. We need to understand that that the world does not revolve ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-16

Denomination: Catholic

I Ran The Race-----And Won! Series

Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Oct 2, 2010

Paul writes as a Pastor to his beloved church. He tells them of what joy he receives of their ministry. He encourages them to keep on doing the right things and not agrue, grumble, or fight. Be of one accord.

I RAN THE RACE AND WON! 10-3-10 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Pastor Richard T. McQuinn TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:1-30 INTRODUCTION: This is a second of a series of sermons from the book of Philippians. The Apostle Paul is writing to perhaps his favorite church. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Shine

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jan 26, 2011

When we carve significant space and time in our lives for God he will begin to transform our inner core so we become holy in our hearts and in our actions.

Shine Phil 2:14-18 Jan 23, 2011 Intro: To begin this morning I want you to imagine, or remember, a world without electric light. For most of us the closest we might get to imagining that would be a camping trip – I remember one night as a teenager where several of us had been working at Gull ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Be Very Sure Your Anchor Holds

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Are you totally sure of your salvation?

Be Very Sure Your Anchor Holds – 12/11/05 pm Philippians 2:12-18 INTRO Satan presents doubts in our minds all of the time. Have I been saved? You aren’t worthy enough to work for Christ, think about your past. Things like that, have you ever been presented with such thoughts in your mind? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Difference Does It Make? Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 25, 2008

Following that most excellent hymn of Christ’s incaranation, we have to ask ourselves "what difference does it make?" How does Christ becoming a servant of all change our lives?

WHAT DIFFERENCE DOES IT MAKE? What difference does it make? This is the cry of apathy and indifference. These are the words of those who have faded in their faith and find it difficult to go on. That’s one way of looking at it. What difference does it make? This question can also be asked of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Mennonite

A Joyful Attitude Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Nov 25, 2008

Sermon #2 of the Philippians series from Philippians chapter 2 deals with examples of the kind of joyful attitude we need to develop.

A JOYful Attitude CHCC: November 9, 2008 Philippians 2 INTRODUCTION: For the next few weeks, we’re looking at the book of Philippians … a book full of JOY written by a man who was in PRISON. If anyone can be an example to us of how to have JOY as Christians … it is Paul. In Chapter 2, Verse ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Shine As A Christian Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Dec 14, 2008

This message shows us four steps to shine as a Christian - will help you to improve your testimony for Jesus if you apply these principles

How to live the Christian Life Series ‘How to shine as a Christian – Part 4 of 12’ Acknowledgement: Dr. Henry Schorr Good morning. Have you ever wondered what kind of testimony do you have in the community? What kind of a testimony do you have on your block? What kind of a testimony do you have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

What An Attitude!

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 15, 2008

Developing the attitude of Christ is central to discipleship. His is the gold standard of all attitudes!

The Longer I live, the more I realize the impact of attitude on life. Attitude, to me, is more important than facts. It is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than failures, than successes, than what other people think or say or do. It is more important ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shining As Stars Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

Do I ALWAYS obey what I know is right in God’s view, watched or not? Do I play by the RuleBook, even when no one else is looking or no one else is around, when no one else can see? Am I an obedient child of God, at all times, in all circumstances, in all

Philippians 2:12-18, part 6 in series October 11, 2009 Shining as Stars 12Therefore, 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, 13for it is God who works in you to will and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Journey - Being Positive In A Negative World Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 24, 2009

This sermon looks at six steps to overcome complaining. 1. Admit There Is A PROBLEM 2. Change your SELF-TALK 3. Speak POSITIVELY 4. Take Responsibility For Your Own LIFE 5. Develop An Attitude Of GRATITUDE 6. Look For God In Every SITUATION

Joy in the Journey - Being Positive In A Negative World Complaining kills joy. It makes you unhappy. It makes everyone around you unhappy too. How many of you like to be around complainers? The problem is – that once we start to complain – it is hard to stop. Complaining can become a habit ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obey Quickly And Cheerfully Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 27, 2010

God works cheerful obedience into his people.

Scripture Introduction Our text reminds me of the four-year old standing in his high chair during dinner one evening, much to his parents’ chagrin. They tried the usual antics to make him sit: begging, reasoning about the dangers of standing in a chair, fussing, and eventually threatening ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Agreement Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 18, 2007

Part 3 focuses on what can happen when two come into agreement.

The Power of Agreement Part 3A Scriptures: Philippians 2:1-5; 13-15 Introduction A long time ago in a land not too far from here, there was this group of people who decided to leave their land in search of a place where they could have religious freedom. They packed up all of their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Junkers Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Oct 27, 2007

2nd sermon about joy in a 4 week series looking at the letter to the Philippians.

Joy Junkers Phil. 2:1-18 Intro: In the summer of 1990, finished first year of college (first freshman year) and working at CHBR in Kosciusko. Christian less than a year…some would question how much I looked the part because of my hair; confess to having a mullet. Yet Bro. Dan saw something in me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist