Sermons on Philippian Jailer:

Trusting In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Understand and embrace the joy of rejoicing in God, the power of trusting in Him, and the blessing of pursuing Him, as illustrated in Philippians 3:1-11.

Good morning, family! I'm so excited to share with you today from a part of Scripture that is near and dear to my heart. We're going to be diving into Philippians 3:1-11. As C. S. Lewis once penned, "God cannot give us happiness and peace apart from Himself because it is not there. There is no such ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Topics: Joy, Rejoicing

Turning Things Around PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 29, 2023

This sermon explores how the book of Philippians teaches us to navigate trials with faith, leaning on God's promises and the power of overcoming adversity.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to our time of fellowship and reflection in the Word of God. Today, we gather under the banner of His love, in the sanctuary of His peace, to immerse ourselves in the profound wisdom of the book of Philippians. This is a book that speaks to all of us, in every season ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Topics: Overcoming

Missionary Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon encourages us to embrace humility, serve others selflessly, and live faithfully, as guided by the teachings in Philippians 2:3-4.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together in His name, to sit under the canopy of His grace, and to bask in the warmth of His love. We're here to open our hearts and minds to the Word, to allow it to wash over us, to refresh us, to challenge us, and to ultimately ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Topics: Mission

The Humility Of Christ: A Model For Living PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the call to humility, servant-heartedness, and trust in God's sovereignty as modeled by Jesus Christ in Philippians 2:5-8.

Good morning, my dear church family. It's such a delight to see each of your faces here this morning, gathered in the house of the Lord, ready to receive His word and His wisdom. Today, we turn our attention to a passage from the book of Philippians. The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the believers ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Topics: Palm Sunday

What Jesus Says About - Hell

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 21, 2019

This sermon focuses on what Jesus tells us about Hell - 1. Hell is Real 2. Hell is Honest 3. Hell never has to be our everlasting home

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46; Revelation 20:10-15 Title: What Jesus says about Hell Sermon: Given in the tone of love and with a heart towards God and all of creation we must allow God to reveal to us the realities of Hell – 1. Hell exists 2. Hell is Honest 3. Hell never has to be our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, Revelation 20:10-15, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Taking The Plunge 2.0 Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 25, 2009

The order is always belief, followed by baptism. A sermon that pulls together verses on baptism so that beleivers will take the plunge and obey the Lord.

Taking the Plunge 2.0 Selected Scriptures Rev. Brian Bill 10/25/09 Note: This manuscript provides a more in-depth treatment of baptism than previous sermons called, “Proclaiming God’s Purposes in Baptism,” and “Taking the Plunge.” I’m grateful to Ray Pritchard, John MacArthur and John Piper for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter Ch. 4 Commentary Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 18, 2021

In chapter 4, Peter urges Christians to be fiercely committed to fulfilling the purpose of our lives in Christ. Prior chapters made the case that we are a “holy people.” We have been rescued from meaningless lives and set apart from the world to be used for God’s purpose.

And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear? —1 Peter 4:18 Text: 1 Peter 4:1-19 (KJV) Living for God’s Glory 1Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Components (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on May 19, 2025

This second lesson in this series will describe the two components that enable one to be born anew.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The two components Introductory Remarks. 1. This is the second sermon discussing the “exception of Jesus” in being born “anew.” This lesson will address the process of being “born again.” It is often referred to as the “new birth.” In some sense, it is that, but it entails ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7, 1 Peter 1:22-23, Titus 3:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Worry? Be Happy?

Contributed by William Mouser on Mar 3, 2005

Near the anniversary of 9/11, this sermon from Philippians 4 explains how and why Paul says we are to rejoice in the Lord always.

Fourteenth Sunday in Trinity Philippians 4:4-13 “Don’t Worry? Be Happy?” This past week, our nation passed through the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York. Jim and I were in Colorado Springs for meetings, staying with the Stanleys. When I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Don't Allow Stress 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 fourth thief: "Stress."

DO NOT ALLOW STRESS TO ROB YOUR JOY A. Have you ever had one of those days when nothing seems to go RIGHT? ILLUSTRATION: The ALARM CLOCK doesn’t go off leaving you only 15 minutes to get to WORK. After getting ready you RUSH to your CAR only to discover a FLAT TIRE. You hurriedly CHANGE the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Unity That Produces Joy.” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004

Mesage four in series on "Restoring the Joy" a study of Philippians. In this message on unity we examine its motivation, the means of attaining it and the model of Christ.

Restoring the Joy Sermon # 4 “The Unity that Produces Joy.” Philippians 2:1-11 Over the last few weeks in our series “Restoring the Joy” we have seen how circumstances may cause us to lose our joy but and that in reality it is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Worry, The Greatest Thief Of Joy Series

Contributed by George Mansfield on Feb 23, 2008

Over against awful anxiety we have perfect peace that can be found in our relationship with Jesus as emphasized in Philippians chapter four

SERIES: ENJOYING THE JOY OF JESUS LESSON: WORRY, THE GREATEST THIEF OF JOY READING: PHILLIPPIANS 4:4-7 INTRO: I read in a recent article: Chronic worry can lead to a host of physical ailments: heart attacks, high blood pressure, ulcers, gastrointestinal problems, muscular aches and pains, skin ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Biggest Problem Every Church Faces

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 3, 2009

What’s your church’s biggest problem? Can you name it? Paul names it in Philippians 2:19-23

It was an eye opening experience. I was in the 9th grade in high school and I was playing on the Men’s Varsity Soccer Team. My best friend in my 9th grade class was a guy named Matt. Matt had an older brother named Nathan who was in the 11th grade. Before their seasons starts, every sports ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Love Letter From A Pastor Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011

Paul held the Philippian church in great esteem and loved them dearly, as their founding pastor he had a very special connection with these believers.

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 2011 Date Preached: July 10, 2011 Series Title: A Series in Philippians Sermon Title: Letter from A Pastor’s Heart Sermon Text: Philippians 1-4 [ESV] 4:1 listed 1Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Lazy, Hazy Day Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Oct 27, 2007

Sermon #4 in a series about joy from Paul’s letter to the Philippians. Previously preached for another congregation, but reworked and retooled for this series.

A lazy, hazy day Phil 4:10-23 Goal: How to find contentment and peace so that we can enjoy life. Intro: I grew up in South Louisiana…less than a 20 mile distance from the Gulf of Mexico…and more often than not the weather could be described as hot and humid. Obviously the heat and humidity would ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Baptist