Sermons on Philippians 1:27-2:18:

Changing Places

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Feb 27, 2010

How would the world see you if Christ fully changed places with your heart for one day? Would they see a noticeable difference?

Scripture Ref: Philippians 2:1-5 Ephesians 4:22-25 Other Ref: Wiersbe’s Expository Outlines Believer’s Bible Commentary 1. Introduction a. In 1882 Mark Twain published the novel The Prince and the Pauper in the United States. b. Set in 1547, the novel tells the story of two young ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Courage Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Courage is simetimes a choice...Faceing ptoblems is not reason to hold on to fear.

Last week as a sort of a set up for the Book of Philippians as a letter that we can learn how the apostle Paul reacted to his personal situation. We found a thread of Joy, and encouragement in the book. The underlying point of looking at the scripture is that we live in and are affected by the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Congregational

Selflessness Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Christians choose to do things out of self-lessness

A matter of the heart – Selflessness We have been looking a Paul’s letter to the Philippians and how he just seems to exhibit an abnormal response to his current situation. The first week he opened the letter with prayers to God for the church in Philippi. How they had supported ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

If...then...

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

What ‘if’s’ do we have in our lives that we think about, or even dwell upon at times? What would we do when those answers were realized? Would we really be any different? What then?

If…Then Sept. 6, 2009 ‘If’ is a short, two-letter word that can carry very powerful meaning. If I had a million dollars, then I would be happy. I need to lose weight…if only I had the time to exercise. If only I had taken that other job, I wouldn’t be where I am today. If someone would ask ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Riches To Rags Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

If we want to ‘really live’, we need to get in touch with the One Who really gives us life. We need to get to know Jesus Christ, the Creator of each and every one of us.

Riches to Rags September 20, 2009 Opportunities missed: There was a very cautious man, Who never laughed or played. He never risked, he never tried He never sang or prayed. And when one day, he passed away His insurance was denied. For since he never really lived, They claimed he never ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Shining As Stars Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

Do I ALWAYS obey what I know is right in God’s view, watched or not? Do I play by the RuleBook, even when no one else is looking or no one else is around, when no one else can see? Am I an obedient child of God, at all times, in all circumstances, in all

Philippians 2:12-18, part 6 in series October 11, 2009 Shining as Stars 12Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13for it is God who works in you to will and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Contending For The Faith Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Nov 12, 2009

We ought to conduct ourselves like being a Christian actually makes a difference in our lives…whatever happens.

August 23, 2009 - Contending for the Faith Philippians 1:27-30 ‘Whatever happens…’ How many times have you heard that phrase before? In what kind of circumstance was it? When you’re walking across a narrow bridge or ledge, what do people say? ‘Whatever happens…don’t look down.’ A movie perhaps; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Wholehearted Servanthood Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 14, 2009

In today’s lesson we see five important motivations for wholehearted servanthood.

Scripture Two weeks ago I began a four-week series of messages titled, Wholehearted Generosity. Wholehearted generosity refers to a person who is completely and sincerely and authentically generous. Wholehearted generosity begins with wholehearted commitment, which was the topic of the first ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Intentional Faith Development - Five Practices 2 Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This sermon is based on the book by Robert Schnase, focusing on the second chapter - Intentional Faith Development.

Philippians 2:1-5 NIV If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. 3 Do ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joy In The Journey - Being Positive In A Negative World Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 24, 2009

This sermon looks at six steps to overcome complaining. 1. Admit There Is A PROBLEM 2. Change your SELF-TALK 3. Speak POSITIVELY 4. Take Responsibility For Your Own LIFE 5. Develop An Attitude Of GRATITUDE 6. Look For God In Every SITUATION

Joy in the Journey - Being Positive In A Negative World Complaining kills joy. It makes you unhappy. It makes everyone around you unhappy too. How many of you like to be around complainers? The problem is – that once we start to complain – it is hard to stop. Complaining can become a habit ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 1, 2009

Advent message of having the mind of Christ. Having a concern for others and loving as Christ loved. That is something we can do only with God’s help.

Imitating Christ Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction- This is the first Sunday of Advent . It is the time set aside for preparation. Preparation and celebrating the birth of Christ. We heard the Advent readings from Scripture. Jeremiah 33- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippians 2.5-8

The Mind of Christ Text: Phil 2.5-8 Introduction: • What is Christmas all about? -v.5. • Christmas doesn’t belong to the world and they world cannot give Christmas its meaning. • The passage tells us what Christmas is really about, it’s about Jesus Christ. He truly is “the reason for the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Lord Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

An exposition of Philippians 2.9-11.

“He is Lord” Text: Phil. 2.9-11 Introduction: Review by re-reading Phil 2.1-8. Read today’s text. I. God has Highly Exalted Him – v.9. A. Because of His obedient death on the cross- *Matt 26.39, 27.33ff. B. By bestowing on Jesus “the Name” – *Eph ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of Sanctification Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippians 2.12-13.

The Work of Sanctification Text: Phil 2.12-13 Introduction: 1. There are 3 aspects to salvation: Justification, Sanctification, and Glorification. 2. This passage deals with Sanctification. 3. Sanctification in a nutshell means that believers become like Christ or “Christlike”. Ill.: On a wall ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Message Was Humilty. Did You Get It?

Contributed by David Diyanni on Dec 15, 2009

The Christmas message was humilty. God could have come in glory and power but came as a humble baby born in a manager. Why did He do this?

The Christmas message was humility. Did you get it? Philippians 2:5-11 Jesus came to earth. He was born in a humble barn, into a lower middle class family in a lowly town. What an incredible story. Heaven came down to earth but when it did, it came in humility. Why wouldn’t God have come in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Vineyard