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Controlling Runaway Thoughts - Philippians 4:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 16, 2022

Get control of obsessive thoughts by forcing them through each of these 8 standards one at a time.

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Mindset - Change Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 21, 2022

This message deals with how we can change our thoughts.

Title: Mindset – Change Theme: Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3 – 6; Romans 12:1 -2; Philippians 4:4 - 9 Opening Scripture 2 Corinthians 10:3-6 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. (4) For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Seven Choices For A Fully Fueled Faith Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 26, 2022

Today we conclude our series by thinking about how the choices we make can give us a fully fueled faith.

Seven Choices To a Fully Fueled Faith  Philippians 4:4-13 John Maxwell said, “Life is a matter of choices, and every choice you make makes you.” As we have studied Philippians we have noted the choices that make us into disciples of Jesus. To live in the shadow of His return. To never let ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Words Of Encouragement - Philippians, Part 8 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 18, 2022

If God already has the plans for your life, what are you holding onto? If we are called to fix our thoughts on what is true, isn’t Jesus the truth? Isn’t Jesus all that we need in order to draw others to His grace? Shouldn’t we continue putting into practice what God has called us to do?

“Words of Encouragement” - Philippians, Part 8 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 8 Philippians 3:15 – 4:9 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21, Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Halloween

Contributed by Derek Whitacre on Oct 23, 2022

I PETER 3:15 ... AND BE READY always to give an answer to every man who asketh...

HALLOWEEN EPH. 5 By Pastor Derek Whitacre 1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and be ready always to give an answer to every man who asketh you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear. I. AVOID THAT WHICH IS SINFUL, Is Halloween sinful? Some obviously yes, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

"Think About Such Things”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 25, 2022

Probably nothing can contribute more to the quality of our lives than a positive attitude. And yet, sometimes it is so easy for us to become critical. And we end up focusing on the negative.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is a revised version of a message contributed earlier to Sermon Central) TEXT: Philippians 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18; Proverbs 23:7 This morning I want to talk about two ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18, Proverbs 23:7, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Always Good To Be Joyful: A Sermon For The Third Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 4, 2021

We must rejoice in the Lord in all circumstances.

It is Always Good to be Joyful Philippians 4:4-9 ? Philippians 4:4–9 NKJV Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Preaching From Philippians # 12

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

All the nations on earth desire to have peace, but as you know, all nations do not have peace. There is a reason for that. For example, many Americans discovered during the Iraq war that peace comes at a high price. This is difficult for many Americans to comprehend because of two reasons:

(1) As Americans, we are used to watching Clint Eastwood ride into town on a horse, and in one hour clean up the meanest town in the west. We wonder why the United States military can’t do the same in one hour! (2) Americans see other nations are having wars on their streets, but we have never ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Stress (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 12, 2022

This sermon teaches you the 7 Keys to having a stress-free life based on Philippians 4:4-9.

Opening: An old pastor was dying. He told his wife to ask James and Oscar to come. "You mean, James, the deacon and Oscar, the lawyer?" his wife wondered. Her husband nodded. And she continued, "Didn't they cause so much stress in your ministry?" But the pastor insisted, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, Proverbs 17:22, Isaiah 26:3-4, Isaiah 12:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Winning The Battle Of The Mind

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 13, 2022

The mind is our most basic battlefield. In order to maintain control of our mind, we must fix our on the right kind of thoughts. Satan main forces of attacks are doubts, depression, fear, and discouragement. Proverbs 23:7 “As a man thinketh in his heart, so is he.”

Sermon “Winning the Battle of the Mind Scripture Lesson: Philippians 4:4-9 NLT 4 “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, 2 Corinthians 10:4, James 4:7, Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Methodist

"the Much Needed Promise Of Peace"

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 6, 2022

The Light of Peace outshines the stress and fatigue we feel. If only we would slow down, for Christ has overcome the world - and so do we. https://fruitportcrc.org/worship I would love to engage with you - Send me a message

INTRODUCTION At least once a season we get into the car and work our way over to Seaway Drive to head downtown to the arena for a Muskegon Lumberjacks game. Hockey begins with a faceoff – all eyes of the roaring crowd are on the two hockey players facing each other from the opposing teams. Then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, John 16:33

How To Have Victory In The New Year

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 2, 2023

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us.

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us. To live in victory in we need to follow God’s plan for us, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, Romans 8:28-39, Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Think About Such Things Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Although life is full of trouble, Paul urges his readers to focus on the positive not the negative.

A. Philippians 4:8 (READ) 1. Throughout this study, Paul has been showing us how to deal with the ANXIETY that creeps into our lives and begin to STRANGLE us and WEIGH us DOWN. a. Jesus warns us in Luke 21:34 to “Be careful, or your hearts will be weighed down with . . . the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On Virtue

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 2, 2023

Virtue is defined as a behavior that depicts high moral standards. It promotes integrity, solidity and significantly features kindness and understanding toward others.

Matshona Dhliwayo, a Zimbabwean-born and Canadian-based philosopher, entrepreneur and author once remarked: “When truth looks in the mirror, virtue looks out. When courage looks in the mirror, faith looks out. When charity looks in the mirror, love looks out. When contentment looks in the mirror, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:11-20, Galatians 5:22, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 16:9

Anxious No More Series

Contributed by Samuel Perkins on Feb 18, 2022

I’M GOING TO GO OUT ON A LIMB THIS MORNING AND SAY THAT I’LL BET NOT ONE OF YOU IN THIS ROOM WANTS TO LIVE IN A PERPETUAL STATE OF ANXIETY.

I’M GOING TO GO OUT ON A LIMB THIS MORNING AND SAY THAT I’LL BET NOT ONE OF YOU IN THIS ROOM WANTS TO LIVE IN A PERPETUAL STATE OF ANXIETY. NOBODY CHECKS THE BOX THAT SAYS I WANT TO LIVE IN A STATE OF ANXIETY EACH AND EVERY DAY. BECAUSE AS WE ALL KNOW ANXIETY CAUSES ALL KINDS OF PROBLEMS AND ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8