Sermons on Philippians 3:12:

#8- Tradeoffs And Joy Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Aug 27, 2015

Who do I need to be cautious of? What is the cost of being a Christian?

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Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Triumphant Joy Defended Series

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Mar 19, 2016

Paul reminds us that our Joy must be defended against things that rob of us of Joy.

NTRO: 1. So far Paul has taught us that it’s important for us to understand or define triumphant Joy, then he revealed to us how we can refine or develop that Joy… but tonight Paul sees it important to remind us that our joy must always be defended. 2. It may came as no surprise for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Thing I Do

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 14, 2013

Cross changes how we view everyone and everthing.

ONE THING I DO…. Phil. 3: 7-14 (p 819) August 11, 2013 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard the phrase…”Resting on your laurels?” It comes from when Greek Olympians would win an event…they were given Bay Laurel crowns to honor the God Apollo’s…those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrendering Credentials To Christ

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 13, 2016

If we're not careful, we can get caught up in the world's system of polishing that pedigree. Rather, like the Apostle Paul, we need to surrender all to the great goal of knowing more intimately Christ our Lord. Everything else is secondary.

Philippians 3:4-14 Surrendering Credentials to Christ Any top-blockers here? Any type-A personalities? Any hard chargers who consistently rank in the top percentile? The military is basically an up-or-out system, so it attracts into career service those who are driven to succeed. Many of you are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

I Want To Know Christ..

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Mar 11, 2023

I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death.

Kunnil Wilson Philippians 3:10-12 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Those Who Hunger And Thirst For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 27, 2023

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness." This beatitude calls for an intense desire for righteousness. Are we actively and passionately seeking to be more and more like Jesus?

Intro Our text today is Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.”i What do you long for in life? People are hunger machines. Bruce Springsteen sang in the 80s, “Everybody’s got a hungry heart.”ii Even the world recognizes the internal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Isaiah 57:15, Philippians 3:1-14, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 6:33, 1 Timothy 2:2, 1 John 3:7, Luke 6:21, Titus 2:11-12, Psalm 42:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Take Hold Of Life Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on May 12, 2023

Press on to the goal. Life in you. In each one of Paul's letters, you will read the revelation he received. Christ is your life. it is a gift from God. Our inheritance. Lay hold of the incorruptible seed. Do not give up.

I love running and have run many different races in my life. The Comrades 90km race has probably been the most memorable race of my life. No matter what race you run you get to a point in the race where it becomes very tough and you have to tell your body to endure and ignore the pain. You know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Romans 8:18-25, 1 Corinthians 15:53-54, 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, Psalm 103:2-5  (view more)  (view less)

Praying The Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 27, 2023

To conclude this study of the Beatitudes, the text in Matthew 5:3-10 is used as a TEMPLATE for prayer. Praying Scripture is a powerful way to apply truths to our own lives and reinforce our understanding of the passage.

PRAYING SCRIPTURE To complete our study of the Beatitudes, we will now use this portion of Scripture as a template for prayer. Learning to pray Scripture will strengthen your prayer life significantly. Some of you may have already learned to use the Lord’s Prayer in this way. That is the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, John 15:5, Micah 6:8, Romans 5:1-5, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:2, Psalm 121:1-4, Philippians 3:1-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Pressing On To Win The Prize Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 3, 2023

Forgetting what is behind and straining towards what is ahead Apostle Paul said is the key to growing in one's faith and becoming more like Jesus! Is your one life's goal to press on to win the prize for which God has called you heavenward in Christ Jesus?

Pressing on to Win the Prize Philippians 3:12-16 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever since Christ took hold us and we became born again the Holy Spirit has been encouraging us to grow in our spiritual walk with the Lord. While we have experienced many times in our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Our Journey

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 6, 2023

There are three distinct aspects of salvation: justification, sanctification, and glorification. This message will give details of each.

For the past few weeks we have been talking about being set apart from the rest of the world. We are set apart because we are Holy as we work at becoming as much like God as we can. In this process we are sanctified, or in the process of being sanctified. That's the direction that we're ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing Towards The Goal

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 2, 2023

Do you have a faith that is worth dying for?

Pressing Towards the Goal Philippians 3:4-14 We live in a world today in which many people have to motivations other than to get through another day. People seem to have nothing to live for. Drug abuse, alcoholism, homelessness, suicide, fear, and a general sense of despair has gripped the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Caring For The Vineyard

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 5, 2023

We can learn from the parable of the wicked vineyard tenants how to stay vigilant with being good stewards of God's Kingdom on earth.

THERE IS A COST INVOLVED WITH FOLLOWING JESUS. THERE ARE STRICT REQUIREMENTS OF SACRIFICE, INITIATIVE, AND EFFORT AS WE BECOME MORE PASSIONATE WITH HOLINESS AND THE PRIORITIES OF LOVING OUR NEIGHBOR, PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL, AND BEING MORE FOCUSED ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND MAKING DISCIPLES. WE SEE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:7-14, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Luke 10:27, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 118:22, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Purpose Of Life

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 16, 2023

Sermon deals with the meaninglessness of life without God, then expounds the three objectives God is always pursuing in the believer's life. Knowing these three objectives helps the Christian interpret life's events in a biblical way.

Intro In this message, I want to give you a framework for understanding the events that occur in your life. What is God always doing in your life? Why does he have you here on planet earth? What is the real meaning and purpose of life? The Bible gives answers to these profound questions, and those ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14, Deuteronomy 29:29, John 3:16, Genesis 1:1, Matthew 10:39, Jeremiah 33:3, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Peter 4:12, Job 23:10, Ephesians 4:11-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Be Steadfast, Immovable, Always Abounding

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 12, 2023

This message is about consistency - be stable and set in our understanding of the Word so that we are not led astray by every false doctrine. With that stability, we are encouraged to be excessive workers for Christ because we have a promise of vistory that is coming.

Be Steadfast, Immovable, Always Abounding Scripture: First Corinthians 15:50-58; Philippians 3:20-21 This morning I want to encourage you to be steadfast and immovable as you abound in the work of the Lord. We are entering a time of transition as a Church and while some might be concerned about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58, Philippians 3:2-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Commitment Of Faith – Part I Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Nov 20, 2023

Your faith is very important to God. You cannot finish your God given race without faith. I give full permission for this sermon to be used in its fullest for the glory of God.

OUR COMMITMENT OF FAITH – PART I Please open your Bible to I John 5 and 2 Timothy 4 as we continue our series, The Race of Life, with today’s message, “Our Race of Faith Part I.” The necessity of faith in your journey through life is so important, and so dynamic, that I would like to spend the next ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5, 2 Timothy 4:7, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible