Sermons on Filipenses 1:23:

Preaching From Philippians #2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

One of the reasons that it is a sin for Christians to take drugs or drink alcoholic beverages is because these are substances that control our behavior.

These are things that will ruin our lives and cause us to make fools out of ourselves. There is no way that a Christian can be controlled by the Holy Spirit if they are controlled by these substances. But these are not the only things that control Christians. For example, there are many ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Go On Living? - Philippians 1:21-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 29, 2021

Those who contemplate suicide often hesitate because they fear what may be on the other side. Paul also wrestled with whether it would be better to live or die. But his reasoning was far different from most people's.

Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Dilemmas Are Part Of Our Lives. How Do We Choose Which Path To Take?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 24, 2014

Dilemma are part of our very being; and a dilemma will change your life. So it is vital we select the winning path. How do we do it: Read on.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 21st September 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: Dilemma are part of our very being; and a dilemma will change your life. So it is vital we select the winning ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Episcopal

To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012

If we are Believers, there is no need to fear death.

To Die Is Gain July 12, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: If we are Believers, there is no need to fear death. Focus Passage: Philippians 1:21-26 Supplemental Passage: (Galatians 2:20 NASB) "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

02. Gozosos En Todo Series

Contributed by David Fuchs on Aug 8, 2012

La mayoría de la gente no disfruta de la vida. Simplemente la toleran, la aguantan y la soportan.

Gozosos en todo Como Disfrutar Del Resto De Tu Vida - Parte 2 de 12 Filipenses 1:12-26 (NVI) “Hermanos, quiero que sepan que, en realidad, lo que me ha pasado ha contribuido al avance del evangelio. (13) Es más, se ha hecho evidente a toda la guardia del palacio y a todos los demás que ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

In Gratitude

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 14, 2012

Examines ways Christians can "Earn" the freedoms purchased for us by others.

MEMORIAL DAY 2012 Some of you remember the movie “Saving Private Ryan”. In that movie, set in World War II, a family has 4 sons serving in the military. The defense department receives word that 3 of the brothers have been killed, and it is decided that no mother should have to lose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Baptist

Better By Far

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 24, 2011

Though death remains the last enemy, the apostle Paul tells us that to die and be with Christ is "better by far."

Better By Far TCF Sermon April 10, 2011 Philippians 1:21-25 (ESV) For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell. I am hard pressed between the two. My desire is to depart and be with Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Joyful In Suffering Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 10, 2011

During this series we will be looking at Paul

Philippians Pt2- Be Joyful in Suffering (some thoughts taken from a sermon by Craig Groeschel on Joy) Introduction/Review Continue with our 2nd part- in series on Philippians. Paul- founded- church- 10 years prior to this letter. Philippi-Roman colony-Macedonia, NE corner- Greece. Philippians- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Life Worth Dying For Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 15, 2014

Part two of series living for Christ of living a life worth dying for. Living for Christ and willing to die for Christ.

Life worth dying for Philippians chapter 1:13-1:30 Introduction- Last week we looked at being in Christ And Christ being in you. That the joy we seek and the joy we have is not based upon your circumstances, or what success you have at the moment. We saw that there are many fair-weather ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Joy In Living And Dying Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 10, 2014

Continuing with the thought of joy, this message looks at the joy in living and the joy in dying.

JOY IN LIVING AND DYING PHILIPPIANS 1:21-26 FOR TO ME, TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS GAIN. 22  BUT IF I AM TO LIVE ON IN THE FLESH, THIS WILL MEAN FRUITFUL LABOR FOR ME; AND I DO NOT KNOW WHICH TO CHOOSE. 23  BUT I AM HARD-PRESSED FROM BOTH DIRECTIONS, HAVING THE DESIRE TO DEPART AND BE WITH ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

"live Like You Were Dying" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 27, 2020

Tim McGraw sings a song where he says that one of the things he would do when bad news came along was go skydiving. I did it. Crossed it off my bucket list.

FUTURE TENSE “Live like you were Dying” Philippians 1:20-26 Tim McGraw sings a song where he says that one of the things he would do when bad news came along was go skydiving. I did it. Crossed it off my bucket list. The song was inspired by an incident in Tim McGraw’s life. His father, Tug ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Triumphant Joy Defined Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

What is "Triumphant Joy" ?

INTRO: 1. The church at Philippi is apparently among Paul’s favorite churches. a. Paul’s ministry there started with a supernatural vision and saw God miraculously move in that area. b. Even after Paul had left them they supported him financially in his missionary ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:13-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

No One Is Excluded By Love

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 9, 2020

Why then do we often complain as rivals and competitors of one another as the parable states?

No One is Excluded by Love Isaiah 55:6-9, Philippians 1:20-24, Philippians 1:27, Matthew 20:1-16. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Let us listen to the text for our reflection today from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 20:1-16): “Jesus told his disciples this parable: “The kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9, Philippians 1:20-24, Philippians 1:27, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Other

Nadie Es Excluido Por El Amor

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 10, 2020

¿por qué a menudo nos quejamos como rivales y competidores unos de otros, como dice la parábola ?

Nadie es excluido por el amor Isaías 55: 6-9, Filipenses 1: 20-24 , Filipenses 1:27 , Mateo 20: 1-16. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Escuchemos hoy para nuestra reflexión el texto del Evangelio de Mateo (Mateo 20: 1-16): “Jesús les contó a sus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9, Philippians 1:20-24, Philippians 1:27, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Other

Walang Naibubukod Ng Pag-Ibig

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 10, 2020

Bakit nga ba tayo madalas na magreklamo bilang karibal at karibal ng bawat isa tulad ng nakasaad sa parabula?

Walang Naibubukod ng Pag-ibig Isaias 55: 6-9, Filipos 1: 20-24 , Filipos 1:27 , Mateo 20: 1-16. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid na babae, Makinig tayo sa teksto para sa ating pagsasalamin ngayon mula sa Ebanghelyo ni Mateo (Mateo 20: 1-16): "Sinabi ni Jesus sa kanyang mga alagad ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9, Philippians 1:20-24, Philippians 1:27, Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Other