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He Who Began A Good Work In You Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 14, 2008

Humans are vulnerable and weak. God is powerful and mighty. Can we trust that God will really take care of us, that we won’t get squished when His hand is upon on lives?

Sermon for CATM – September 14. 2008 - Philippians Series: “He Who Began a Good Work…” Philippians 1:1-11 Would you believe that this Scripture was written by a man who began his relationship with the church by being its enemy? Who once delighted over the murder of Christians. Who felt it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Commitment

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011

The author of Philippians demonstrates a tremendous faith and devotion to Christ. Who is this and how can I have what he has?

Who is Paul and who are the Philippians? These are important questions that God has given us the answer to. Last week we introduced a series on the letter to the Philippians where we read that, according to what this letter says, Christ is our purpose, our pattern, our prize, provider, peace and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Is My Everything Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011

Introducing Philippians, the most joyful letter in the New Testament. And the joy is all about Jesus.

There are three New Testament books that are letters written from jail: Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians. I don’t know if anyone here has been to jail or prison, but I have... not as a resident or inmate, but as a minister. My cousin Phillip Melson, whom some of you may remember when he came ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Philippians As A Missionary Church

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Nov 17, 2011

PHILIPPIANS AS A MISSIONARY CHURCH

PHILIPPIANS AS A MISSIONARY CHURCH Philippians 1:3-7 Introduction: PHILIPPI Historical Background The name of the city of Philippi was originally Krinides (lit. springs). It stood about 10 miles inland from the Aegean Sea in the Roman province of Macedonia. In 356 B.C. Philip II, king of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Master Carpenter Series

Contributed by Mark Opseth on Nov 30, 2011

Each week of this Advent season we’ll peek into the workshop of the Master Carpenter to see the work being done in preparation for His coming!

With Christmas just a few weeks away, workshops like this one are busy making toys and gifts. The countdown has begun; are you anticipating the arrival of the Messiah? Our Christmas theme this year is Carpenter’s Workshop. There’s something special about a workshop isn’t there? When we see a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Choosing The Best Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 27, 2013

Paul penned this letter to the Philippians from a prison. Yet he was overjoyed at how God was his adverse circumstances to advance the Gospel. Paul's joy was completely centered in His realtionship with Jesus.

Intro: An old dog was watching a young dog chase his tail. The young dog stopped to rest, and told the older dog, “I believe happiness is in my tail, and if I catch it, then I will have happiness!” The older, wiser dog said, “I caught mine once. . . and I found out that happiness ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Alive Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

What are the characteristics of a Church that's alive? See what Paul prays for.

Philippians 1:1-11 Paul had some tough times as he traveled around the Mediterranean telling people about Jesus. He faced opposition from various sources: from the Jewish leaders who were worried that he was taking people away from their Jewish worship, from Roman authorities who were concerned ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

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

Real Fellowship Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 20, 2010

What does the word “fellowship” bring to your mind? Do you think of coffee or fried chicken or church socials? Paul had a wonderful fellowship with the Philippian church that didn’t have anything to do with any of those.

I love our times of fellowship, don’t you? We joke all the time about how much Baptists love to eat, but I think that one of the reasons we like to eat so much is because of the fellowship that goes along with it. Those times are wonderful and I wouldn’t trade anything in the world ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8, Genesis 3:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Mission

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 30, 2013

The Civil Rights struggle in the Mississippi Delta, in the 1960's.

The Mission by Dr. Gale Ragan-Reid (9/30/2013) “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21, King James Version [The effects of Paul's bonds]. Greetings in the grace of Christ Jesus, Will you die for me? This powerful revelation, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Friends

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

It's A Partnership

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 18, 2020

There are many partnerships in life: business partners, marriage partners, law partners, etc. People who decide to come together under a specific cause and work toward a mutual goal. Today I'll be talking about our partnership with Jesus and each other.

IT'S A PARTNERSHIP There are many partnerships in life: business partners, marriage partners, law partners, etc. People who decide to come together under a specific cause and work toward a mutual goal. Speaking of marriage, Christians are called the bride of Christ-that makes us partners with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2-3, Philippians 1:3-6, Galatians 5:25, 2 Corinthians 9:8, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, 1 Corinthians 3:5-9, Ephesians 5:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is God Doing In Your Life?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Sermon explores the way God worked in Naomi's life in order for Christians to increase their understanding of what God may be doing in their lives. Her end was better than her beginning, although there were trials along the way. At midpoint in the journey

Ruth 1-4 9/11/16 Intro What is God Doing in Your Life? One way we can discover answers to that question is to study what He did in the lives of people in the Bible. Their stories in many ways, becomes your story. There are consistencies in how God works in people’s lives. On one hand, each life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23, Romans 8:28, 1 Peter 4:12, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Charismatic

Guideline 1: Make The Right Connections Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 5, 2017

If i am going to get life right, I need to make sure I am connected to God, the author of life, and His family.

Today, we begin a series of messages on the subject of "Getting It Right" as we look at God's Guidelines for Right Living found in the book of Philippians. We are talking in this series on success in life. As we begin, we need to think about how success in life is defined. Some are of the opinion ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist