Sermons on Philippians 2:14:

Shine Like Stars Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 5, 2022

We are rightly fascinated by the stars and the universe around us. In this text Paul encourages us to live such lives that we “will shine …like stars in the sky”.

Fuel For Your Faith Shining Like Stars Philippians 2:12-30 Introduction The speed of light traveling through a vacuum is about 186,282 miles per second. According to physicist Albert Einstein's theory of special relativity, on which much of modern physics is based, nothing in the universe ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Like A Follower - Philippians, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 28, 2022

Each one of us should be involved in improving our relationship with God. We should be committed to knowing what His Word calls us to do, and we set out to do this with ONE purpose – to develop “a proven character”; to show people Who it is we serve … and WHY we willingly serve Him!

“Living Like a Follower” - Philippians, Part 5 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 5 Philippians 2:12-24 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 Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-24, Psalm 101:2, Matthew 25:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shine Like Stars

Contributed by Larry Hale on Sep 5, 2022

God wants his church to be a strong, unified family with the common goal of reaching lost souls and disciplining new BELIEVERS by being the light of CHRIST to everyone we encounter.

Shine Like Stars – August 28, 2022 – Larry Hale, Sr. Pastor Glenvale Church of God, Marysville PA Philippians 2:12-18 NIV This year’s theme for Camp Yolijwa was “Shine Like Stars”. The name for the theme came from Philippians chapter 2 verses 14 and 15. This morning I would like dig a little ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-40, Philippians 2:12-18

The Sin Of Complaining/Grumbling Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 22, 2021

Some people like to complain about everything. The Bible warns us, the believers, not to complain/grumble. Why? This sermon gives four reasons why complaining/grumbling is a serious sin.

Illustration: A man walked into a hardware store and asked for a chain saw advertised to cut six trees in an hour. He came back the next day fussing and complaining, "This chainsaw is defective. It would only cut 1 tree and it took ALL DAY!" The salesman said, "Let me look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Genesis 3:12, 1 Corinthians 10:10, James 5:9, Philippians 2:14-15, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching From Philippians #6

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

In this passage of scripture, Paul talks to the Philippian Christians about salvation. That may seem strange because these people said they were Believers.

A good pastor deals with the subject of salvation for two reasons: (1) He knows it is a possibility that many are deceived about their salvation. The Lord Himself dealt with this deception in Matthew 7:22-23, we read, “Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Character Counts

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 24, 2010

Building Character ❶. Be Committed ❷. Be Available ❸. Be Content ❹. Be Genuine

- What’s Underneath? - Tiger Woods the world's No. 1 golfer - Woods on Friday (2/19/10) apologized for cheating on his wife - We are captivated by speed & precision in the Olympics rather than character - What’s under the paint? - Is that real wood or a vainer? - Go deeper than the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Shining As Stars Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

Do I ALWAYS obey what I know is right in God’s view, watched or not? Do I play by the RuleBook, even when no one else is looking or no one else is around, when no one else can see? Am I an obedient child of God, at all times, in all circumstances, in all

Philippians 2:12-18, part 6 in series October 11, 2009 Shining as Stars 12Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13for it is God who works in you to will and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Outworking Of God's Inworking

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 11, 2009

The Lord desires His people to live out what God has already worked within that life when that person trusted Christ.

THE OUTWORKING OF GOD’S INWORKING Philippians 2:12-18 Proposition: The Lord desires His people to live out what God has already worked within that life when that person trusted Christ. Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people to diligently work out what God has worked within in total ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Obey Quickly And Cheerfully Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 27, 2010

God works cheerful obedience into his people.

Scripture Introduction Our text reminds me of the four-year old standing in his high chair during dinner one evening, much to his parents’ chagrin. They tried the usual antics to make him sit: begging, reasoning about the dangers of standing in a chair, fussing, and eventually threatening ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon On A Positive Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 4, 2020

Life is what we make it.

Sermon on A Positive Life May I speak in the name of the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. Amen. Life is what we make it. There are many alternatives to choose from. Probably one of the best choices we can make is to elect a positive life. A positive life leads to positive thinking. If we think ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-15

When My Life Is Interrupted, I Respond By… Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 6, 2020

I want to begin today's sermon by getting you to fill in the blank to a statement that I am about to make. Here goes! When my life, the way I want to live it, is interrupted, I respond by (now you fill in the blank.)

Introduction: I want to begin today's sermon by getting you to fill in the blank to a statement that I am about to make. Here goes! When my life, the way I want to live it, is interrupted, I respond by (now you fill in the blank.) Over the past several weeks, I believe that it is a fair ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 8, 2020

You must work out your own salvation. Outline

Philippians 2:12-16 Proposition: You must work out your own salvation! I. By obeying without supervision! vs. 12-13 A. You honor the Lord. vs. 12 B. The Lord works in you. vs. 13 II. By walking as sons of God! vs. 14-15 A. You will be without rebuke. vs. 14-15a B. You will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships And Our Future.

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 5, 2020

Things that we need to remember about what God has said

Illustration: And the record for the world’s shortest job is… “I got hired for a corporate job. I had my first day and it seemed to be going well and then I, and the rest of my department, got called in for a surprise meeting. Turns out we were all getting laid off. Yep. I got laid off on my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-15, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Solus Christus | Christ Alone

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Oct 4, 2017

For October 2017, as we approach the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, we are doing a sermon series on the "solas": Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Sola Scriptura; and 2 others added, Soli Deo Gloria, and Solus Christus. This is the first of the series.

We’re beginning a new sermon series for the month of October, as we finally lead up to the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. It’s a series called SOLA! Sola is the Latin word for “alone” or “only.” It’s where we get the word “solo,” where ONLY one person is singing or performing or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

No Reserve, No Retreat, And No Regret

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 27, 2018

Let’s discuss these 3 metaphors from Philippians 2:14-18 (Title and outline adapted from Stephen Davey at: http://www.wisdomonline.org/files/2405/Humility%20Part%209.pdf)

HoHum: In 1904 William Borden graduated from a Chicago high school. As heir to the Borden Dairy estate, he was already a millionaire. For his high school graduation present, his parents gave him a trip around the world. Now William’s mother had a profound influence on his life. In fact, she had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ