Sermons about Philippians 1:1-12

Only The Loved Can Love Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 11, 2003

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Sermon preached to address atmosphere of crisis we experienced when our Assistant Pastor resigned after a short tenure. This sermon interprets the departure as a godsend, in that it stirs us to re-examine our stewardship, our faith, and our direction, an

Some things cannot be explained; they can only be experienced. Music, for example. How could I possibly do justice to music by talking to you about frequencies, rhythm patterns, tone qualities? I couldn’t. But I can play music for you, so that you can experience it. I can sit at the keyboard ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Start Of A New Church Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 4, 2003

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Imagine a cold dark prison. You see a prisoner hunched over writing a letter. He is writing a love letter from his prison cell. This love letter is to a church that he loves dearly. You see this man in prison is the Apostle Paul. He is writing this letter

Read: Philippians 1:1-2 Imagine a cold dark prison. You see a prisoner there chained to the guards. This prisoner is unassuming in appearance and for the moment is very quiet. He is hunched over and completely absorbed in a letter he is writing. He is writing a love letter from his prison cell. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2, Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

Joyful Love Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 10, 2003

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Paul is in prison and he has this joyful love because he has a confidence in God. He can write in Philippians 1:6, “Be confident of this that He, who began a good work in you will carry it out until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Intro: God’s Faithfulness It wasn’t too long ago I was attending a meeting in Scotland. I was in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and I was looking for a place to park. I received advise on how to find a good place to park. My friend told me to drive up to the top of the nearby observatory ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Can Your Difficulties Advance The Gospel? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 21, 2003

based on 51 ratings

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The question before us is, can your difficulties advance the gospel? They threw the Apostle Paul in prison thinking they could stop the advancement of the gospel. According to Paul this only blazed a trail for the preaching of the Gospel.

Introduction The question before us is, can your difficulties advance the gospel? Can you Imagine if you came to church this morning and rather than being greeted at the door and coming in. Instead, you found the doors of the church were barred shut. You came and found military police outside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Letters From Prison" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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A general challenge to look at the way Paul initially challenged the church of Philippi and to respond to it

“Letters From Prison” Philippians 1:3-11 PHP 1:3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"When Chains Bring Gains" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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Taking a healthy look at the "chains" and other difficulties we face and finding what God’s purpose is behind them...both IN us and THROUGH us.

“When Chains Bring Gains” Philippians 1:12-21 PHP 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guaranteed Goal Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 24, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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If we seek God’s glory in our lives, we are guaranteed that He will fulfill that goal

Guaranteed Goal Philippians 1:1-11 1/9/2000 Introduction What would you be willing to attempt if you were guaranteed to win? It would probably change your goals, wouldn’t it? You’d be willing to take risks, because they wouldn’t be risks any more! In this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Finish What He Starts

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 25, 2004

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This message examines 3 aspects of salvation.

“GOD WILL FINISH WHAT HE STARTS” Phil. 1:1-11 INTRO – Don’t you like for someone who takes a job to see it all the way through to completion? Whether it’s a mechanic, a doctor, or a waiter in a restaurant, we simply expect that when someone takes a job, they will complete the job in a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Win-Win Situation Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 26, 2004

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Paul rejoices in his difficult circumstances because they have become a means for the progress of the gospel

Introduction: Understanding Paul’s circumstances What if I told you that Billy Graham, while traveling overseas for one of his Crusades, had been arrested by a Middle Eastern government hostile to Christianity and was now in prison awaiting trial for converting Muslims, a crime punishable by death. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Be Partner In Spreading The Gospel!

Contributed by Simeon Krastev on Aug 28, 2004

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If we want our church to continue to exist and to be lighthouse pointing the Way to salvation, we have to give.

THE OCCASION FOR WRITING PHILIPANS The partnership between the minister and the church is one of the main themes in the Epistle to the Philippians. Paul writes this letter in order to express his gratitude to the members of the church in Philippi for the financial support they have sent ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Live In Frustration City

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 31, 2004

based on 45 ratings

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A look at how the Apostle Paul was able to cope with frustration, specifically as it related to his unjust imprisonment.

How to Live In Frustration City Phil 1:12-21 12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Joy Killers.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004

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. Billy Sunday said if there is no joy in your religion then there is a leaky vessel, a leak in your Christianity somewhere.

Joy killers. Philippians 1:1 -- 2. 08/15/04 I want us to go through this book of Philippians because we can learn a lot about joy. Who is it that doesn’t want joy? I guess you have discovered that in the Bible you will find the answers to questions of life. For instance, many people want to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

A Journey Of Joy.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Sep 6, 2004

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I want you to get an imaginary piece of paper and write, for me to live is -- -- -- --.

A journey of joy. Philippians 1:3 -- 30. 09/05/04 A few years ago, a 21-year-old man traveled throughout the Midwest putting pipe bombs in mailboxes. His name is Luke John Helder. When he was apprehended, he said the only thing he cared about is his girlfriend and his band. He said I party, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer For Love Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 7, 2004

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In the midst of internal squabbles and pervasive selfishness, Paul’s primary request is for believers to experience an overabundance of love.

A week after purchasing a pair of glasses for her husband, the wife decides to take them back to the optometrist. The person behind the counter wants to know the reason for the return so she asks, “What seems to be the problem, mam?” To which the wife replies: “I want a refund for these glasses…my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Memories, Prayers And A Bright Future"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Aug 8, 2002

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Paul loved the church at Phillipi, find out why!

West Greeley Baptist Church August 11 2002 Philippians 1: 1-3 “Memories, prayers and a bright future” By Pastor Mark Hensley 3I thank my God every time I remember you. 4In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

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