Sermons on Kehillah In Philippi 1:21:

What Are You Going To Make Out Of A Bad Situation?

Contributed by Greg Carr on Jun 2, 2011

I preached this sermon during the "Flood Fight of 2011 in Bismarck/Mandan ND" Four benefits that come from bad situations.

Pray Father, Open my eyes so I can see Your truth. Open my ears so I can hear Your voice. Open my mind so I can understand Your Word. And open my heart so I may receive all that You want me to receive. AMEN I think we all know and understand that being a child of God does not automatically excuse ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Die Is Gain.

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 9, 2011

The wonderful things a committed believer gains at death.

For me to Live is Christ, To Die is Gain Philippians 1:19-23 INTRO: In our passage Paul was struggling between desires; 1) To go on the heaven and be with Christ. 2) To stay here on earth to be with loved ones. I suppose that every Christian eventually faces such a struggle. You see there are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

What Is My Life All About?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 24, 2012

This talk aims to help answer one of big questions that people ask. namely, why am I here? What is my life all about? Why are we here on the earth? I don’t claim to have or give the full answer, but I hope it is a good start.

(First of all, a note to the reader. This talk started out life as a thematic talk - what is my life all about. Therefore, please don’t be too surprised or disappointed that this sermon is therefore not an exposition of the Philippians chapter 1 Bible passage. I refer to it during the talk, and I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Anglican

Overcoming Fear And Opposition Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 14, 2011

What are you afraid of? God directs us in how to face and overcome fear and opposition to the gospel by tools of faith that Philippians reveals to us.

Jenny and I were listening to public radio in the car recently and the guest being interviewed was Steven King. Does everyone know who he is? I have never read his books but he has written about 49 and has a new one that is just out about the assassination of Kennedy entitled 11/22/63. His ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Act Like Men: Honour

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 20, 2012

Exploring what is meant by the concept of honouring Christ with our body.

“In every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice. “Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Reminder To Be Faithful Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 29, 2011

Paul's life was filled with adversity and he had learned to live out his faith in Christ despite the circumstances and situations around him, here he is calling the Philippian church to do the same!

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 23, 2011 Date Preached: July 24, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: A Reminder to Remain Faithful Sermon Text: Philippians 1:12-30 [ESV] ETS: Paul pointed out that adversity was part of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Baptist

To Live Is Christ! Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011

EOLS: God calls us to live in Him, where Jesus is exalted and our joy overflows to others .

To Live is Christ! Php 1:19-26 (19) for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. (20) I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Methodist

Make Paul’s Motto Your Life’s Model

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 16, 2011

Make Paul’s Motto Your Life’s Model 1) “I want to live with Christ!” 2) “I want to live for Christ!”

Freedom 55. For over 25 years now this has been the motto of a financial company headed by Canadian billionaire, Paul Desmarais. Many Canadians have adopted this motto as the model for their lives. They are working hard and making shrewd investments so that by the time they turn 55, they can quit ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Humble Courage Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 9, 2009

Courage moves us to risk ourselves for the sake of others or a higher cause. Faith and risk are inseparable.

Philippians 1:20-27 “Humble Courage” INTRODUCTION Courage is not often connected with the Christian life. It isn’t listed in the fruits of the Spirit i.e., love, joy, peace, patience, etc. Jesus doesn’t instruct his disciples to be courageous, though he did encourage them to “take heart,” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-27

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Paul displayed an attitude which rose above his hard circumstances.

TO LIVE IS CHRIST Philippians 1:20-30 Two elderly women were out driving in a large car and both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red but they just went on through. The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself "I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-30

Turn Around Or Turn Out Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 30, 2009

Dramatic monologue as if Paul were speaking: a farewell address, focused largely on Philippians, but drawing from much of the Pauline literature. A play on Paul’s name: Pray, Avoid, Understand, Love.

Paul, servant of the Gospel, to all the saints in Gaithersburg: grace to you and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy for all of you, because of your sharing in the gospel from the first day until now. I am ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Look To The Future; Live In The Present Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Apr 1, 2009

Philippians 1:18-26. Believers are encouraged to follow the example of Paul as he proclaimed "To live is Christ, and to die is gain."

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE LOOK TO THE FUTURE; LIVE IN THE PRESENT PHILIPPIANS 1:19-26 INTRODUCTION - I’m sure many, if not all of you, are familiar with the famous Peanuts cartoons. If you have read one of these cartoons before, you know that often Charlie Brown is the frustrated character and Lucy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Great Purpose In Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011

Paul wrote this epistle while in a Roman prison. Prior to this he had many trials and tribulations before reaching Rome (see Acts 27-28). Paul was a man of God who faced countless difficulties; and yet he was able to rejoice in the Lord amidst all his pro

Intro: Paul wrote this epistle while in a Roman prison. Prior to this he had many trials and tribulations before reaching Rome (see Acts 27-28). Paul was a man of God who faced countless difficulties; and yet he was able to rejoice in the Lord amidst all his problems. His secret of joy in spite of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-26

Denomination: *other

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

To Live Or To Die

Contributed by Kent Wise on Nov 2, 2012

Summary: When Christ is our Lord and Savior, life is found in living or dying. Philippians 1:18-30 September 18, 2011

  To Live or Die, That Is the Question Scripture Readings Psalms 105:1-7 “Oh give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples. Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; Speak of all His wonders. Glory in His holy name; Let the heart of those who seek the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Methodist