Sermons on Filipenses 1:21:

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

An All-Weather Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 18, 2007

How do "live for Christ"? Do we only do that when things are going our way? Or is our faith deeper and more focused on our love for Him?

OPEN: A young man’s fiancé had broken off their engagement. But a couple of months later, he received the following letter from her: Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great unhappiness I’ve felt since breaking our engagement. Please say you’ll take me back. No one could ever take ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Live Is Christ

Contributed by Dwight Shaffer on Feb 28, 2007

Funeral message for devoted Christian

INTRODUCTION: A)As we gather here this evening, we do so with mixed emotions. There’s the natural emotion of sadness, as thoughts of continuing on in this life, without ______ sink in. The last few months have been very difficult for ___________ and _____mate______. As difficult as it is watching ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Right In A World Living Wrong

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Feb 28, 2007

people who chose to live right in their generation

Intro: now that Bradley has preached his first sermon and moved on to the State level, some people say that I better do good today because he is after my job. Some people said he can say more in five minutes than his dad can say in an hour. Fine arts was so much fun yesterday, and seeing all the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

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

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

Gaining The Victorious Life

Contributed by Sam Peters on Jun 14, 2007

Paul saw himself as a winner either way. To live is Christ, to die is gain. How can we gain the victorious life Paul is talking about?

Gaining the Victorious Life As much as I tried to focus on doing a Father’s Day message, the Holy Spirit kept bringing me to this passage for our message this morning. So, I hope you’ll indulge me as I spend time talking about our heavenly Father more than I talk about us dads today? It is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-21

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

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

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

Don't Prostitute Your Body – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Mar 7, 2006

Achieving Good Health in 2006

21For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22But if I am to live on in the flesh, this will mean fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which to choose. 23But I am hard-pressed from both directions, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better; 24yet to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lose Yourself (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

God wants us to move forward through the pressures of live. Phillipians is a Lesson In Surrender to God.

Lose Yourself The Scriptures Phillipians 1 19 For I know that this will turn out for my deliverance through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ, 20 according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of The Christian Life!

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

This simple message shows the profound joy that comes from knowing Jesus!

The Joy Of The Christian Life Philippians 1 Introduction: The book of Philippians will teach us the Biblical concept of joy. I want us to look at the foundation upon which our joy rest. That foundation is the Christian life. This Christian life is impossible without Christ! Keep ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist