Sermons on Philippians 1:29:

Faith In Afflictions

Contributed by Pst. Vincent Wrock on Jun 20, 2023

Affliction is the best Litimus Test for the Faith we Profess. Many shall be the Afflictions of those that Loves God but the promise of Deliverance we have. This should encourage you. Psalms 34:19 The righteous person has many troubles, but the Lord rescues him from all of them.

To us as believers Afflictions are to Prove our Salvation which is from God, because It's one thing to talk about Salvation but it's another thing to Demonstrate your Salvation which forms the evidence of your Faith. Apostle Paul is advising us in the below Scripture to keep on our Faith ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19, Philippians 1:27-29, 2 Thessalonians 1:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-2, James 1:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Living Your Life Worthy Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 15, 2023

This sermon explains how the believer is to live their lives worthy of the Gospel of Christ: by standing firm in one Spirit, striving together, and without fear of persecution.

Living your Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ Philippians 1:27-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How very sad it is that those who find the Treasure and Pearl in the field and become born again later choose envy, coveting, and self pleasure as their guiding ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 14, 2023

However, we may not even see a glimpse in this life. We may have to go through what seems like Hell on the way to Heaven.

Everyone likes to use the phrase the best is yet to come. If you are not a Christian the worst is yet to come. Your life may be golden here, but in the end your life will be Hell for eternity. Indeed, the best for a Christian is to be in Heaven so the best is yet to come. However, that does not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28, 2 Timothy 3:12, Philippians 1:29-30, Hebrews 11:35-40, 2 Corinthians 11:1-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

One Day I Will Arrive

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 19, 2023

To die is gain says Paul and one day we will, I will arrive to all the amazing's of Heaven.

Philippians 1:21-30 One day I will Arrive 1. When the text was written • The Apostle Paul wrote these lines during his imprisonment in Rome, probably sometime between 61 and 63 Ad. • Paul’s imprisonment was a situation of house arrest under military custody that would have allowed him certain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Methodist

Courage To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 18, 2023

A 5 week series about sacrifice, using Philippians as a guide.

Courage to Sacrifice Philippians 1:18-30 October 22, 2023 I’m starting a new series today . . . . and I’m excited about it. It’s only 4 weeks long, which will lead us through Thanksgiving and then advent comes. It’s crazy that we’re talking about Christmas fast approaching. I’m going to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Expect Persecution, Not Prosperity

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 13, 2022

You will be confused and doubting God when things fall apart if you are awaiting a golden age when God has promised persecution.

2 Timothy 3:10 But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, 11 Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me. 12 Yea, and all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-13, John 15:18-20, 1 Peter 4:12-19, Philippians 1:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your True Destiny

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2022

There is a great deal of talk about destiny, yet you may miss your true destiny by failing to be content and seeking for a great position when God wants to make you great in your current position.

Micah 6:8 He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? James 1:27 Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, James 1:27, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Luke 6:22-25, 2 Timothy 3:12, Philippians 1:29-30, Hebrews 11:35-40, Hebrews 12:1, John 16:33, Matthew 10:24-25, Revelation 3:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen

Contributed by Harold Ihua on Jun 15, 2022

Irrespective of what the believer in Christ Jesus is going through in life, it is wisdom for us to realise that we are the chosen of God.

1Pe 2:9 What does the bible mean when it says awe are a chosen generation? It means to have been selected by God from many options, it means to be special, to be his favourite, not just as an individual but as a people in Christ. It also means to be equipped or empowered to do well in life, Jn ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Philippians 1:27-29, Romans 8:33-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 21, 2022

Commentators call vs 21 the ‘heart of the book of Philippians’. Philippians 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

To Live is Christ   Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction Our series is called FUEL FOR YOUR FAITH and we are listening to God through Paul’s letter to the Philippians. First lesson was Focus on the Finish Line - Jesus is coming! Second Lesson was Advancing Through the Challenges of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Suffering By Grace - Philippians 1:28-30 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 23, 2022

What did Paul mean when he said it has been "granted" to us to suffer?

Philippians 1:27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel 28 without being frightened in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:28-30

Buckle Up Buttercup

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 16, 2022

Some people are going to panic while others will have some explaining to do if we enter a deep recession or worse and they lose their wealth or do not get what was prophesied. When it isn't scriptural prophecies will fail.

2 Timothy 3:10 But thou hast fully known my doctrine, manner of life, purpose, faith, longsuffering, charity, patience, 11 Persecutions, afflictions, which came unto me at Antioch, at Iconium, at Lystra; what persecutions I endured: but out of them all the Lord delivered me. 12 Yea, and all that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-13, John 15:18-19, Philippians 1:29-30, 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Living With The Right Attitude - Philippians, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 16, 2022

Our attitude is affected by obedience, which begins with the individual before the community can be served. Then, once you submit, you can be used to serve the greater community to lead others to Christ!

“Living with the Right Attitude” - Philippians, Part 3 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 3 Philippians 1:27 – 2:4 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Philippians 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching From Philippians #3

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

In the last sermon, we dealt with Paul stating that whether he lived or died, his purpose for living was for the Lord Jesus.

When he wrote to the Philippian church, he was in prison. In prison he knew that he faced a capital crime and that he might be executed. If you were in prison and you thought that you might die, what kind of letter would you write? We do not have to guess at what kind of letter the Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

My Struggles Are All About God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 31, 2022

Do our struggles and suffering have a reason or a purpose? God can use our struggles and suffering to bring Him glory. But we must make our struggles all about God, and not about us.

A. As I meditated on suffering and struggles this week, these ideas came forth in my mind: Suffering is paradoxical. Suffering is bad and good. Suffering is painful and helpful. Suffering is confusing and enlightening. Suffering isolates and builds community. Suffering may lead to death or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Psalm 50:15, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Take A Stand When Others Want You To Sit Down - Philippians 1: 27-30 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 11, 2022

in this passage Paul is going to share with us four things, four ideas that can help us to be able to take a stand when others want us to sit down.

This week my assistant who works for me… Tracy, who's worked with me for five years…she's great. I love her very much. But she has decided to move on and is leaving us with a hole in our ministry. So in a desire to replace her quickly, I put an announcement out. You probably saw this. So ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible