Sermons on Philippians 4:9: showing 316-330 of 423

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

Surrender Your Thoughts Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 23, 2019

All of our actions have a common beginning, long before they are actions they are thoughts. How do we control our thoughts?

Surrender your thoughts Next week is December 1st, the first Sunday of Advent and that means that today is the last Sunday in our Surrender Series. And over the past few weeks I’ve been mulling over where I would land for this last message. Since Thanksgiving we’ve looked at various areas of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

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

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 3, 2020

This message explores the reasons we have to give God thanks. Our choice to give God thanks should not rest on Him doing something for us - but for what He has already done through His Son and what He continues to do.

Thanksgiving Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4; Psalm 107:8, 15; First Thessalonians 5:18 The title of my message this morning is “Thanksgiving.” This has been a difficult year and some people may be struggling with the idea of being thankful. The Covid-19 pandemic has reaped havoc on the lives of many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4, Psalm 107:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Properly Attired? - Sermon For Proper 23 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Oct 6, 2020

This sermon seeks to explore what it means to wear the wedding garments, and how choosing to wear them requires commitment regardless of what is happening in our lives.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Over the past few weeks, we have been working through a number of challenging parables in Matthews Gospel, and we are again faced with another this morning. There are definitely two parts to this parable, the first mirrors the concepts of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Anglican

"nevertheless"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 6, 2020

A sermon about experiencing the peace which transcends all understanding.

"Nevertheless" Philippians 4:4-9 Joy and peace are often elusive, are they not? Loneliness, family tensions, unexpected crises, grief and national events make them seem just beyond our grasp. The COVID-19 pandemic brushed away any sense of normalcy that 2020 had any potential of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Loving Generosity Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 12, 2020

Acting out of love is the heart and soul of stewardship. Love is by nature generous.

October 11, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Sermon Series: “Faithful, Hopeful, Loving” Psalm 112:1-9; Philippians 4:4-9 Loving Generosity Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The theme for our stewardship emphasis ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Dealing With The Mess Of Stress - Part 4

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 29, 2020

We’ve been learning that the key to dealing with stress is securing the mind against wrong thinking and wrong feelings about circumstances, people and things...

We’ve been learning that the key to dealing with stress is securing the mind against wrong thinking and wrong feelings about circumstances, people and things. Wrong thinking and wrong feelings, which lead to stress, come from three sources, the world, self and the devil. And just as there are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Happiness When Times Are Tough Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 13, 2020

When times get tough, don’t let stress create a rift between you and God or others.

Happiness When Times Are Tough Jeffery Anselmi / General INTRODUCTION • I believe one of the most difficult times to be happy is when times are stressful and tough. • Lord knows we are going through some tough and stressful times right now, and I hope it does not get worse. • We were told we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tuning Forks And The Key Of Life

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 19, 2020

Keeping our minds rooted in thanksgiving for all of God's abundant mercies keeps us in tune with joyful living.

November 25, 2020 Thanksgiving Eve Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 4:4-9 Tuning Forks and the Key of Life Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Rejoice in the Lord always; again, I will say, rejoice.” Paul ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Hypocrite Man Helps The Needy They Make Known To All! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 25, 2019

our good deeds should be motivated by a sincere desire to help others. Our responsibility to care for each other....

1. Wicked and hypocrite Christian: our good deeds should be motivated by a sincere desire to help others. Our responsibility to care for each other, especially to care for the poor and needy among us, is all over the place in the bible. Many Christians want public recognition when helping the poor. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-40, 1 Timothy 6:10, Philippians 4:8-9, Proverbs 29:7

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

Christ-Centered Life Sermon I: Replacing Anguish With Joy And Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 19, 2020

A Christian whose character reflects the person of Jesus Christ is destined to live in joy and peace of the contagious kind.

CHRIST AT THE CENTER OF OUR LIVES OVERCOMES ANGUISH WITH JOY AND PEACE Thank the Lord for good and gracious folks whose paths have crossed yours and mine – in my case, during sixty-five years of ministry and marriage! For you, as it was for me and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

The Joy Of Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 24, 2020

Sermon based on Phil. 4:4-13 - Encourages the hearers to rejoice no matter what their circumstances.

“THE JOY OF REJOICING” Phil. 4:4-13 FBCF – 8/23/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Biggest struggle in life: - Not $ stress - Not personal conflict - Not addictive behaviors & habits - Not pride, anger, impatience #1 struggle we all have: ANXIETY – stress or worry – #1 thing that quenches & steals ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Peace In The Midst Of The Storm

Contributed by Gerald Du Preez on Sep 1, 2020

How to have peace when the storms of life rage about us

PEACE IN THE MIDST OF THE STORM It would be wonderful if life was always rosy and filled with sunny days, but the truth is – often it’s not. Often many of God’s children find themselves in the midst of a storm. Of course, it’s easy to rejoice once the storm is over. But what do we do in the midst ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist