Sermons on Kehillah In Philippi 4:9:

Pits & Wells

Contributed by Tj Long Jr on Oct 13, 2023

Many of the things that we think will fill us up are indeed pits that drain us. We should seek after wells that have Living Water. In the midst of internal strife in the church at Philippi, Paul shows us how to seek the things that are lovely while I'll give you steps to reduce the negativity.

“Pits & Wells” (Title Slide) [Slides are available upon request, these cues denotes where slides are shown/used.] It’s a common narrative to think that most of the news that you see on TV is bad news. Well, that’s not only a common viewpoint, it’s backed up by statistics. Studies show that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

How Paul Handled Conflict?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 14, 2023

Paul tells us how to deal with conflict.

How Paul handled Conflict? Philippians 4:1-9 1. The Church at Philippi • The apostle Paul, is writing to the church at Philippi. It’s a church Paul Loves • He tells his readers that he appreciates their congregation for its faithfulness to the gospel. He urges them “stand firm in the Lord” • The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Peace In The Midst Of A Pandemic Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 20, 2023

Message 7 in an overview series through Philippians focusing on the theme that joy is not based on circumstances.

A family had put their Grandma on her first plane flight, but she hadn’t been very confident about the experience of leaving the ground on this contraption. When they met her at the airport on her return, one of the family members kidded her by asking, “Well, did the plane hold you up okay?” She ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Importance Of Mother’s Faith To Her Children.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 18, 2023

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents.

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents. Motherhood is a blessing ordained by God, full of hope and joy, a high calling, and indeed worthy of honor. God wants Mothers also to have a great influence in the spiritual life of our children. Scripture teaches mothers to point ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20, Philippians 4:9

Should Christians Use Imagination In Prayer And Worship?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 8, 2023

Since the first century, every Born-Again Christian has a desire to draw closer to God through prayer and worship because the Holy Spirit occupies their spirit, mind, and body.

Prayer is part of the daily sanctification process by the Holy Spirit to prepare us to meet Jesus face-to-face when we leave this world and enter eternity (John 16:13-15; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:16-21). Many 'techniques' have risen to help people along the path ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:6, 1 Corinthians 2:9, John 1:1-3, Proverbs 29:18, Hebrews 11:1, Joshua 1:8, Philippians 4:8-9, Mark 7:20-23, Genesis 6:5, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 2:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disciple Or Desensitised (Wrong Has Become Right) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 4, 2023

I have come to the conclusion that in this supposedly enlightened and entitled world we live in there are many worrying and alarming trends in both society and the church.

I’ve been thinking about how the world has changed over the last half a century. Specifically, the changes I have witnessed in both spiritual, moral and secular thinking. I have come to the conclusion that in this supposedly enlightened and entitled world we live in there are many worrying and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19, Genesis 3:1, Genesis 3:4-5, Genesis 3:6, Isaiah 5:20, 1 Corinthians 5:9-13, Ephesians 4:21-24, 1 Peter 1:3-5, Philippians 4:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"guarding Our Hearts And Minds"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 15, 2023

A sermon about putting our worries and anxieties into the faithful hands of Christ.

“Guarding our Hearts and Minds” Philippians 4:4-9 Recently, I got an email from a friend living in another state. She writes: “Everything feels uncertain. My mind often jumps to worst-case scenarios. I have no control over my life… …No control over what might happen to me tomorrow… …I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Winning The War Of Our Minds

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 26, 2023

This is a sermon in a series on Philippians

Title: “Winning the War of Our Minds” Script: Phil. 4:8-9 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 8-27-23 Intro: We are living in a day and age of uncertainty and conflict. The largest war in Europe since WWII is presently being fought in Eastern Europe. There are currently 32 major conflicts ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9, Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace & Joy: Keeping It Real Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

We often hold inaccurate perspectives on things. Paul reminds us today of a few things: the importance of real joy, the power of real peace, and the disciple's mentality that secures these two.

I. Intro: Perspective A. Newsweek magazine recently made a side-by-side comparison of "threats" of which people have an inaccurate perspective: 1. Murders: 14,180 (2008)—Suicides: 33,289 (2006) 2. Children abducted by strangers: 115 (1999)—Children who drown in pools: 288 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Anxiety (Part 3): Biblical Teachings On Anxiety-Free-Life Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 7, 2021

Did you know Americans were the most anxious people in all 14 countries? We have more clinically significant anxiety levels than those in Nigeria, Lebanon, and Ukraine. Today we will conclude the sermon series on anxiety with how to enjoy anxiety-free life biblically.

In the past two weeks, we have learned about anxiety from the perspective of the Bible and therapists, various types of anxiety, its symptoms, and the factors that cause it. As said before, anxiety caused by chemicals in the brain or hormone problems (clinical anxiety) needs to get treatment from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, 1 Peter 5:5-7, Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ-Centered Life Sermon I: Replacing Anguish With Joy And Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 19, 2020

A Christian whose character reflects the person of Jesus Christ is destined to live in joy and peace of the contagious kind.

CHRIST AT THE CENTER OF OUR LIVES OVERCOMES ANGUISH WITH JOY AND PEACE Thank the Lord for good and gracious folks whose paths have crossed yours and mine – in my case, during sixty-five years of ministry and marriage! For you, as it was for me and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

The Joy Of Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 24, 2020

Sermon based on Phil. 4:4-13 - Encourages the hearers to rejoice no matter what their circumstances.

“THE JOY OF REJOICING” Phil. 4:4-13 FBCF – 8/23/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Biggest struggle in life: - Not $ stress - Not personal conflict - Not addictive behaviors & habits - Not pride, anger, impatience #1 struggle we all have: ANXIETY – stress or worry – #1 thing that quenches & steals ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Midst Of The Storm

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Sep 1, 2020

How to have peace when the storms of life rage about us

PEACE IN THE MIDST OF THE STORM It would be wonderful if life was always rosy and filled with sunny days, but the truth is – often it’s not. Often many of God’s children find themselves in the midst of a storm. Of course, it’s easy to rejoice once the storm is over. But what do we do in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"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

Happiness When Times Are Tough Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 13, 2020

When times get tough, don’t let stress create a rift between you and God or others.

Happiness When Times Are Tough Jeffery Anselmi / General INTRODUCTION • I believe one of the most difficult times to be happy is when times are stressful and tough. • Lord knows we are going through some tough and stressful times right now, and I hope it does not get worse. • We were told we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ