Sermons on Philippians 4:12: showing 226-240 of 356

Being Thankful. No Matter What Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

no matter the condition of our lives, we can always find something to be thankful for

Lord, open my eyes to see and my ears to hear what the Spirit is saying to the church. Amen. What is Thanksgiving Day? • Is it a day for family and friends? • Is it a day for food? • Is Thanksgiving Day a day for watching football? What is Thanksgiving Day? Thanksgiving as an attitude – ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12-13, Matthew 8:2-4, Proverbs 3:5-6, Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Episcopal

Is Thanksgiving For Gorging, Or Being Thankful? Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

what should we be celebrating at Thanksgiving

This week is the beginning of the holiday season, a time when many people remember those who have less than them by providing meals, presents and necessities of life. This seasons of caring for our brothers and sisters starts with Thanksgiving Day. But, what is Thanksgiving Day? • Is it a day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Episcopal

Principles, The Essential Foundation (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 9, 2018

In this the 3rd message of the series 'Money Matters' we are going to continue our formula, attitude + principles + practices = freed up financially.. by looking at the principles of - contentment, trust and humility.

Principles, The Essential Foundation #moneymatters3 (much of this is based on Gary Johnson's Book, 'Too Much') OKAY – let’s do this… Week three in our series ‘Money Matters.’ MAN – it’s been fun so far, hasn’t it? HEY – do you know what has been crazy and pretty surprising to me about this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3 Areas To Renew In Us If The Gospel Is To Be Brought To The Nations.

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Feb 17, 2018

If the gospel is to reach the nations first there must be a renewel of three areas in every believer's life.

Text: Philippians 4:10-20 Title: 3 areas to renew in us if the gospel is to be brought to the nations Introduction The Apostle Paul finishes the Letter to the Philippians by thanking them for renewing their efforts in helping him to bring the gospel to the nations. This portion of scripture also ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Adventure - Lust? Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 17, 2018

As we seek to draw closer to Christ, we discover our sinfulness, and ways to overcome them by drawing closer to Christ.

The Great Adventure? The 7 Deadly Sins February 11, 2018 Have you ever asked the question . . . “What's wrong with me?” It's a question we all ask ourselves from time to time. When we blow up at our kids or at our spouse, we wonder - - - what's wrong with me? When we come home from the store with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, Philippians 4:8-13, Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice! (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 12, 2019

In Philippians 4, Paul encourages beleivers to expereince true joy in communion, concentration, and Christ.

Rejoice! Choosing Joy in the Midst of our Mess (4) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/25/2015 I came across a Peanuts cartoon this week. Charlie Brown and his friend Linus are gazing off into the distance overlooking a short brick wall, when Charlie asks, “Do you ever think ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-14

Denomination: Christian Church

Live Simply Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 18, 2019

When we realize that we have enough, we are freed from the merry-go-round of chasing after more.

November 17, 2019 Stewardship Week Three Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 4:10-13; Luke 20:45-21:4 “Live Simply” Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “For I have learned to be content with whatever I have.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus, I'm Just Not Feeling It #4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 25, 2019

Christians serve one another and suffer with one another.

Over the last three weeks, we have been walking through the book of Philippians in a message series we have entitled “Jesus, I’m just not feeling it.” We have been on this journey together because we know that we all have gone through or will go through times when, well, we just not feeling it too. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In The Peace Of God

Contributed by Terry Denis on Aug 8, 2019

Everyone seeks peace of mind. Who doesn’t want peace? Many try to find peace by traveling to places close to nature, with an ardent hope that the aura of tranquility would usher to them a mood of calmness and peace of mind.

Introduction, Everyone seeks the feeling of peace of mind. Who doesn’t want peace? Many try to find peace by traveling to places close to nature, with an ardent hope that the aura of tranquility would usher to them a mood of calmness and peace of mind. Still, others enroll in courses on ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Great Freedoms In Christ Sermon Iv: Freedom From Want Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 11, 2019

Christians have been set free to flee the selfish desires of evil doers who prey upon us, so as to become the person God wants us to be and enjoy the abundant life Christ wants us to live!

FOUR GREAT FREEDOMS IN CHRIST SERMON IV: FREEDOM FROM WANT If I had to pick one of the many adages that I grew up with - the one that stands out more than the rest - I suppose it would be the admonition from my mother: “Nobody ever gets everything they want.” It ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

In The Almighty Dollar We Trust

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 29, 2019

Our world focuses on more, more, more. Paul, in his letter to young pastor Timothy, coaches contentment, gratefulness, and sharing, building up riches in heaven.

1 Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19 In the Almighty Dollar We Trust People who trap animals in Africa for zoos in the Western world say that one of the hardest animals to catch is the ring-tailed monkey. For the local Zulus, though, it’s fairly simple. They know the monkeys love the seeds of a locally grown ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 13:5, Deuteronomy 8:18, Luke 12:15, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Laugh - Philippians 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 24, 2019

We need find joy in the journey by doing 3 things: choosing to reconcile with others so that we can rejoice, by praying rather than worrying, and by learning contentment in life.

Video illustration: Over Saved Michael Jr Series: Find Joy in the Journey in 2019 Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers. We must put ourselves in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-23, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learning Contentment Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 25, 2020

Contentment is found in Christ not in our circumstances or our own strength

“I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

"that's All I Want!"

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 2, 2020

Yes, the 23rd Psalm sustains us in hours of difficulty & trial. But I would like to consider it in a slightly different way this morning. I’d like you to see in this psalm three great reasons to be thankful to God.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Psalm 23; Philippians 4:11-12 For nearly 30 centuries the 23rd Psalm has been one of the best known ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24-25, Philippians 4:11-12, Psalm 32:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In Joy Sermon Vi: Discovering The Joy In Life's Situations Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Mar 4, 2020

With God's help and the steady support of Christian friends, we live in real joy by discovering the good in life's situations - as varied as they are - by trusting God to provide, then by giving God the glory for our contentment.

DISCOVERING THE JOY IN LIFE’S SITUATIONS In a certain third world country, a Jewish man complained to his rabbi, “Life is unbearable for me and my family. There are nine of us living in one room. What can I do?” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20