Sermons on Philippians 1:27-2:11:

4 Words (Sermon 2) Series

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009

If you only had 4 words left to speak in your lifetime, what would they be?

Lessons in Lordship Part 2 4 Words Introduction: Last week we began our study on the Lordship of Christ by seeing that Jesus is God. Today we are going to continue our study by looking at what I believe are some crucial aspects to the understanding of Lordship. Last week as we were concluding our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Honor One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 28, 2009

We discover in this sermon that to honor one another above ourselves, we must learn to be humble.

Introduction: A. One day a group of four young friends were talking about what they would like to do with their lives. 1. The first friend said, “I want to be a congressman so I can draft laws to benefit my countrymen.” 2. The second friend said, “I want to be a lawyer so that I can defend my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Earn This

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Feb 17, 2009

Paul says to "Earn This!" He says “Live A Life WORTHY” of the Gospel of Jesus Christ!

“EARN THIS!” Lighthouse Worship Center July 6, 2008, 4TH of July Weekend INTRODUCTION: “FREEDOM” is & has been, bought & paid for by the “BLOOD OF PATRIOTS” who many times fought & will FIGHT & SPILL their “LIFE’S BLOOD on FOREIGN SOILS FOR THE CAUSE OF “LIBERTY, LIFE & THE PURSUIT OF ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Humble Courage Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 9, 2009

Courage moves us to risk ourselves for the sake of others or a higher cause. Faith and risk are inseparable.

Philippians 1:20-27 “Humble Courage” INTRODUCTION Courage is not often connected with the Christian life. It isn’t listed in the fruits of the Spirit i.e., love, joy, peace, patience, etc. Jesus doesn’t instruct his disciples to be courageous, though he did encourage them to “take heart,” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-27

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 12, 2009

Paul displayed an attitude which rose above his hard circumstances.

TO LIVE IS CHRIST Philippians 1:20-30 Two elderly women were out driving in a large car and both could barely see over the dashboard. As they were cruising along they came to an intersection. The stoplight was red but they just went on through. The woman in the passenger seat thought to herself "I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20-30

A New Attitude Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2009

Seeing Jesus as our example in examining our attitudes

SERIES: “BE NEW” “NEW ATTITUDE” Philippians 2:3-11 A man received a parrot as a gift. The parrot was fully grown with a very bad attitude and worse vocabulary. Every other word was profanity; those that weren’t profanity were, to say the least, rude. The man tried to change the bird’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Step #2 "The Road Of Humility." Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

5 Steps for Spiritual Disciplines.

The world says one ascends into greatness, the bible reveals that one descends into greatness. Philippians 2:5-11 1. The Way Up is Down! Wayne, age eleven, "Dear God, my dad thinks he is you. Please straighten him out." James 4:6 "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Above - Pt. 3 - Above Above Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 13, 2011

Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

Above Pt. 3 – Above Above I. Introduction Above. When I say that word there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . prominence and higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Imitate Jesus' Attitude

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 25, 2011

PALM SUNDAY - Imitate Jesus’ attitude. Believers imitate Jesus’ attitude whenever they walk humbly with God. Believers also imitate Jesus’ attitude whenever they rejoice about God’s gift of eternal glory.

IMITATE JESUS’ ATTITUDE (Outline) April 17, 2011 - Palm Sunday - PHILIPPIANS 2:5-11 INTRO: Today God’s holy word reminds us to watch what Jesus did. For a time there was a fad that asked people to consider “What would Jesus do?” Really? Jesus urged Judas to go ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Joyful In Suffering Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 10, 2011

During this series we will be looking at Paul

Philippians Pt2- Be Joyful in Suffering (some thoughts taken from a sermon by Craig Groeschel on Joy) Introduction/Review Continue with our 2nd part- in series on Philippians. Paul- founded- church- 10 years prior to this letter. Philippi-Roman colony-Macedonia, NE corner- Greece. Philippians- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Family Fairytales: "It Doesn't Matter What They Believe" Series

Contributed by Fred Shackelford on May 16, 2011

What our children believe matters infinitely. We must give the gospel priority in our homes.

Family Fairytales: Lie #2: “It Doesn’t Matter What They Believe” Philippians 2:10-11 Sunday Morning, May 15, 2011 Springhill Baptist Church Again, thank you for being here today. You’ve joined us today for the second week in our series, “Family Fairytales: Seven Lies ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Comes: No Grasp Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 13, 2010

We live in a status-seeking world. But when Jesus comes as a tiny infant in a humble set of circumstances, He shows us that the way to live is one of obedience and giving up control.

This afternoon, if all goes as we would like – all of us, that is, with the possible exception of a few traitors and a few folks who for some strange reason do not care about pigskin prowess – this afternoon, if all goes as we would like, our beloved Redskins will do battle with the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

How Grace Changes Lives Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 27, 2010

God changes us more and more as we believe the gospel more and more deeply and personally.

Scripture Introduction One of my seminary professors illustrated the challenge of believing and living Biblical truth by saying that we work out our theology and practice on a razor’s edge. The faithful Christian does not walk the fine edge so much as she is always moves back toward ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Monkey See, Monkey Do

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 11, 2011

Living in community is a way for encouraging others in their faith.

Monkey See, Monkey Do This morning our scripture is a description of a concept. To be a bit more specific the idea that I hope we focus on is called community. That is a word that we may all know a definition for. We talk about our church community, and the silver creek community all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus Is God

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 6, 2008

the story of Christmas is that the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory. The Word is the outward expression of God. The Baby in the manger was God made flesh.

The Christmas story is about Jesus. Now, I doubt that there is anyone here who really needed to be told that, but we all have to admit that it’s pretty difficult to keep the focus there. Actually, I think there is a fine line between what’s pleasing and not pleasing in the way we celebrate. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist