Sermons on Philippians 1:1-30:

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

Finishing His Work Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Mar 13, 2009

Philippians 1:1-6. Paul rejoices in his relationship with the Philippian church and the certainty that Christ will finish his work in them.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE FINISHING HIS WORK PHILIPPIANS 1:1-6 INTRODUCTION - Today we are going to begin a study of the book of Philippians. If you turn in your Bible to Philippians chapter 1 you will be in the right place. We are calling our study Again I Say Rejoice. This, of course, is taken ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Head Start The Right Start

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009

A challenge to the faith community to early childhood education by having a fidelity to the cultural values of every child, by developing a fellowship that creates community for each child, and by furthering the advancement of a program that has proven it

Sermon Preached on Sunday, September 24, 2006 “Head Start the Right Start” Paul’s Thanksgiving and Prayer 3 Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God.4 Whenever I pray, I make my requests for all of you with joy,5 for you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

It's Just Begun

Contributed by Jerry Mckee on Mar 18, 2009

Just think, the birth of Christ started it all for Christian’s today. The entire Old Testament was just the lead in story for the main event, His birth.

It’s Just begun Philippians 1:6 (KJV) 6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: Philippians 1:6 (MSG) 6 There has never been the slightest doubt in my mind that the God who started this great work in you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: *other

Guaranteed Goal Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on Aug 24, 2004

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

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

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

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

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

. 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

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

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

To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Sep 12, 2004

If you would die today where would you spend eternity? There is life after death. Death is the greatest part of living. When the good Lord decides to call His people home there is happiness in Heaven. But if death befriends one who is out side of Christ,

Topic: Death Subtopic: Preparation for Index: 2162 Date: 7/1996.1634 Title: News Too Late A man had a checkup and then went in to see his doctor to get the results. The doctor said he had bad news and worse news for him, which did he want to hear first? The man was a bit nonplussed and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reaping God's Joy

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jun 30, 2004

Becoming involved with God’s agenda sets the stage for us to become joyful

La Accademia is where four unfinished sculptures of Michelangelo reside. They are called “The Prisoners”. Originally intended to for the tomb of Pope Julius the project was downsized and they were never completed. They depict, as you may have seen prior to worship, forms struggling to be free from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Suffering

Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004

Theology of Suffering

The problem of pain, it has been called. There are some people who refuse to believe in Jesus, who refuse to believe in God because of the problem of pain, or maybe a better word is “suffering”. The thought goes, if there is God, and He is good, then how can there be suffering? How can a good God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed