Sermons about Philippians 1:1-4:20

How To Follow Jesus Without Embarrassing God

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 10, 2002

based on 27 ratings

| 3,494 views

lesson outline based on Tony Campolo’s book of the same title.

HOW TO FOLLOW JESUS WITHOUT EMBARRASSING GOD A. We ____________________________. (fumble) Discuss the following passages where people don’t see eye to eye in church. Examine the need to acknowledge that we all fumble around and the fact we know in part and do not see things perfectly. Do we then ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Plan At Work

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 13, 2002

based on 188 ratings

| 37,587 views

The workplace is the mission field!

1. You’ve seen them… they’re plastered on cars all over the place. “I Owe, I Owe, It’s off to work I go.” “How can I soar with the eagles, when I work with turkeys all week? “I’m so broke I can’t pay attention.” They are the various attitudes and opinions about work! And work is a very important ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9, Ephesians 6:8, Philippians 2:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Back To The Grind

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 15, 2002

based on 95 ratings

| 3,805 views

A sermon encouraging people to not go into "let down" mode after the Easter holiday.

Back to the Grind? Various Scriptures (April 7, 2002) Introduction Last week I mentioned that because of the resurrection of Jesus, we can avoid the despair of defeat, approach the potential of the present, and anticipate the hope of heaven. And today I want to expand that second point a bit, by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4, Philippians 2:4

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Winning Attitude

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on May 16, 2002

based on 74 ratings

| 15,669 views

A positive Christian attitude will determine your success in life and your success in eternity.

Sermon.387 See # 977, 602, 614, 640, 729, 739 "A Winning Attitude" Text: Philippians 3:14 President John F. Kennedy made a now famous speech to Congress on May 25, 1961. At the time we were far behind the Soviet Union in the space race. President Kennedy challenged Congress and our nation ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Skunks, Chains And The Joy Of The Lord

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002

based on 424 ratings

| 20,634 views

Sermon on posessing Joy inspite of circumstances

The Joy Stealers #1 ‘Skunks Chains, and the Joy of the Lord’ Philippians 1:13-21 Introduction: A funny thing happened in Darlington, Maryland several years ago. Edith, a mother of eight, was coming home from a neighbours house one Saturday afternoon. As she walked into the living room, she saw ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:13-21, Philippians 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Am I Repeating Myself? Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 20, 2002

based on 15 ratings

| 3,987 views

This is a sermon about the importance of finding your source of joy in Christ and Christ alone.

Introduction: A Preacher’s Verse – 1 Peter 1:12-14, I don’t mind repeating myself because Peter did, and so did Paul as we see today. READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY Background: Paul’s shifting from giving us Godly examples to follow to warning us about falling prey to false teachings which will certainly rob ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

No Fear! Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 20, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 8,273 views

Don’t let fear stop your joy in the Lord Jesus.

Introduction: Colors illustration Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul switches from his status to theirs – perhaps they’ll have to go on without him. Purpose Statement: In The face of trials... I. Be worthy (v. 27) A. This is central 1. Act like the new creation that you are 2. Importance of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Title: The Journey Into Maturiry

Contributed by Willie Woodberry on May 20, 2002

based on 26 ratings

| 3,152 views

This sermon will help the young people to see education as a process for hel[ping themselves to become mature.

Introduction:The church at Philipi was Paul’s "joy and crown" (4:1). Of all his churches it gave him the least trouble, perhaps no trouble at all, and the most satisfaction. So Philippians is a letter of joy, brimming over with expectations of gratitude, affection and love. Philippians is also a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

One Perfect Plan Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

based on 124 ratings

| 6,053 views

Part 5 of 5 of the series, Christmas Perspectives. Finally, the Christmas Story from the most important perspective of all. From the perspective of the one who gave up the most to see it happen - God Himself. What does his perspective of the Christmas St

ONE PERFECT PLAN Part 5 of the Christmas Perspectives Series John 3:16; Philippians 2:6-7 A father and his son were taking a nature hike through the woods when they came upon some ants working furiously to clear a path. The ants were scurrying here and there trying desperately to provide a clear ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Philippians 2:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let This Mind Be In You

Contributed by Steve Yarber on May 21, 2002

based on 26 ratings

| 30,782 views

To become more like Christ, we need to know the mind of Christ.

“Let This Mind Be In You” Philippians 2:5-11 Paul isn’t encouraging the church to have Christ’s intellect. He is encouraging them to have Christ’s attitude toward God’s will and toward people. When the mind of Christ is in me … I empty myself Jesus was in the form of God Had every right ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Temptation Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 23, 2002

based on 39 ratings

| 7,309 views

Fourth in a series on developing excellence in our Christian walk based on the life of Joseph

5/22/02 PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN YOUR WALK IV DEALING WITH TEMPTATION GENESIS 39:1-5 BY PASTOR RUSS WITKOWSKI “Excellent” - to throw beyond the usual mark, to surpass, a throwing beyond others, beyond (out of) measure; “Way” -journey, high-way. Definition of Spiritual Excellence: To live the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-12, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Remembering People (Memorial Day)

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 25, 2002

based on 734 ratings

| 59,396 views

Memorial Day is about remembering people.

REMEMBERING PEOPLE (Memorial Day) Phil. 2:3-4 INTRO.- ILL.- There’s a story about a city fellow who was visiting relatives on a farm and the farmer gave a whistle and his dog herded the cattle into the corral, then latched the gate with her paw. "Wow, that’s some dog. What’s her name?" The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Essential Equipment: Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2002

based on 344 ratings

| 34,196 views

Do we live our lives on purpose, by accident? Do Christians have a destiny?

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT - ON PURPOSE TEXT: Phil. 3:7-14 QUESTION: Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that drives you, what motivates you? (give the audience time to write down what they think their purpose is). OPEN: One of the most challenging courses at the University of Denver was a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanksgiving To The Lord

Contributed by William Baeta on May 28, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 9,627 views

“Praise is awaiting you, O God, in Zion; and to you the vow shall be performed.” Psalm 65:1

Theme: Thanksgiving to the Lord Text: Psalm 65; Phil. 4:4-8 It is very important for us to know the way into God’s presence. The Psalmist points out the way that God has ordained: We enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. It is only as we come to God with thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:1-13, Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

He Is My Friend

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Feb 10, 2003

based on 46 ratings

| 3,703 views

How can we experience His Love if we don’t experience His Life? A love affair which you depend on Him, for your whole Life, all you do and all you need.

He is My Friend HHM 02- 9-03 Pastor Jim Parisi Today I would like to explore true friendship. So many things are based on Friendship in our lives. True friendship, where you can trust another with your life. Not the Trust like the kind that two people share in a moment of time. Say in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-12, Amos 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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