Sermons on Philippians 1:1-6:

What Is Holding Us Together? Series

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 18, 2000

A description of what helps hold a group of believers together.

WHAT IS HOLDING US TOGETHER? This is the first of a series of three messages I have entitled, "The Church". Other messages in the series include: #2 - "What Will Keep Us Together", focusing on Colossians 1:9-14. #3 - "What Could Break Us Apart", focusing on Galatians 1:6-10. INTRODUCTION ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Building The Church, Building You

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 14, 2000

To build the church is to build people.

BUILDING THE CHURCH, BUILDING YOU! Phil. 1:6-8 INTRO.- ILL.- A certain congregation was about to build a new building. The building committee passed the following resolutions: 1- We shall build a new building. 2- The new building is to be located on the site of the old one. 3- The material in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Joyful Reminder

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

A books survey message of Philippians

A Joyful Reminder Philippians Survey October 18, 1998 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. Dr. Victor Frankl A. Imprisoned by the Nazis because he was a Jew: The nazi killed his wife, his children and his parents, Nazis stripped him of his clothes and cut off his wedding band B. Frankl’s Response: “You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

The Joys Of Prison

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

An examination of true Christian joy

The Joys of Prison Philippians 1:3-11 October 25, 1998 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. The Prescription for a Joyless Life 1. Make little things bother you: don’t just let them, make them! 2. Lose your perspective of things, and keep it lost. Don’t put first things first. 3. Get yourself a good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Praying With Joy! Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

Is prayer a first response to you? Or is it a last resort? Do you pray in an attitude of gratitude? Or are you always grumbling? When you pray, do you make sure that God receives the glory, & not you?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK This morning I would like for us to go back nearly 2,000 years to the city of Rome. It is an exciting time to be in Rome, a metropolis of gladiators, chariots, & palaces. But we’re not going to stop at the coliseum or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memories

Contributed by David Azbell on May 26, 2006

Remembrance is what I am going to write about today.

Phil 1:3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, Here, in this letter to the Philippians, Paul was writing from prison. It was around 61AD and Paul had been imprisoned. He is telling the people that he is thankful upon every remembrance of them. Remembrance is what I am going to write ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul, Prayer, And Praying

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jun 4, 2006

To rejoice always, we must pray always.

PAUL, PRAYER, AND PRAYING Philippians 1:4,9 <----- Intro: *Paul prayed for folks because he loved them. *Those w/loving hearts can pray & praise effectively. Studying Biblical prayers is a profitable spiritual exercise. --Herbert Lockyear, "Prayer history begins, Gen. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:4-9

Denomination: Church Of God

An Invitation To Partnership

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Apr 5, 2006

Paul felt a sense of joy and comfort with the Church in Philippi. We can experience that same joy and comfort by functioning as partners in ministry.

April 5, 2006 Text Phillipians 1:3-5 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 until now. Partnership ------ what a great concept ----- The very idea of a good partnership ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Introduction To Philippians Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Apr 12, 2006

This is the 1st sermon in a series of sermons to follow on the New Testament book of Philippians. Of all the letters Paul wrote, this letter to the Philippians reveals Paul’s inner most feelings and personality. Paul had a deep love for these people --- a

<>< <>< "An Introduction to the Book of Philippians:" <>< <>< Scripture Reference: Philippians 1: 1- ’Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons." Introduction: 1:) The apostle Paul wrote 13 of the 27 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

"Joy And Confidence In Gespel Ministry" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 2, 2007

Sermon 1 in a study in Philippians

“Paul and Timothy, bond-servants of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, including the overseers and deacons: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, 4 always offering prayer with joy in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox

I've Got The Joy Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Oct 27, 2007

The first sermon in a 4 week series looking at Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, a study about joy.

I’ve got the Joy Phil. 1:1-14 Intro: Ask: Who went to children’s camp as a child? Who went to youth camp? Who had to wait until they were an adult to go to camp? (That’s me!) I’ve got a song that I’m sure if you have been to camp, you may know…sing “I’ve got the joy, joy, joy” and stop on “I’m so ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Exponential Joy Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Oct 29, 2007

Does our faith show us how tomeet any and every situation...and come out on top? From slight adjustment to major makeover the Bible guides our steps. Attitude is key.

In his excellent book, Laugh Again, Pastor Chuck Swindoll relates a true story that illustrates the innocence of childhood. One evening a grandmother was spending time with a very precocious granddaughter The little girl looked up and asked, “How old are you Grandma?” The woman was startled and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Free To Love Others Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jun 29, 2007

#1 of a 6 part summer series from the Book of Philippians on how we are free in Christ

Free to Love Others Freedom Series #1 PHILIPPIANS 1:3-8 INTRODUCTION: (Intro video: True Freedom - 2:06 from www.sermonspice.com) “As we cherish our country’s freedom let us not forget that it is through Jesus that we can claim freedom from sin and darkness.” That video lays the groundwork ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Defeating Discouragement

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 17, 2007

We all get discouraged and feel like quitting – we lose our motivation, confidence and optimism. I have good news for you this morning: discouragement can be defeated!

DEFEATING DISCOURAGEMENT JOKE: When our lawn mower broke and wouldn’t run, my wife kept hinting to me that I should get it fixed. But, somehow I always had something else to take care of first, the truck, the car, playing golf - always something more important to me. Finally she thought of a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: *other

The Fellowship Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

This is a sermon about cooperating as a church to get the gospel to the ends of the earth.

The Fellowship of the Gospel Jailhouse Religion #3 Philippians 1:3-11 Introduction: 1. What is true Christian fellowship? 2. We call many things fellowship: a. Come on over to the house so we can fellowship! b. We sure had a good time of fellowship at the lake. c. Let’s get a bite to eat and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist