Sermons on Philippians 1:3-6:

"Grownup Christians”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

What are the marks of a mature Christian believer or the mark of a dynamic, mature Christian church?

Biblical Text: Philippians 1:3-11 “I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy, For your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now; Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Joy Despite Circumstances Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

What is real joy and how to do you find it? Paul the Apostle begins teaching us by showing joy is found by partnering with others’ lives and sharing the gospel.

There’s a well known saying out there: "what’s in it for me?" In broadcasting we would define a story’s newsworthiness by asking "why should I care?" All around us exists a mentality of "me first." And even though when we come to Jesus we receive something invaluable as a person - the salvation of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Responsibility Of Blessings

Contributed by Mark Baker on Apr 30, 2005

Obedience to God Word in our life and Gods promises of blessing. Blessings always follow obedience.

Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, Blessings are not miracles. Miracles are temporary, just for you, and can occur in unbelief. Blessings keep us out of crisis, 2. Blessings are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Importance Of God's Security

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 1, 2005

The Resurrection of Christ gives us the power to live for and with God, as we believe the truth - I Am Secure in Christ - behind the Resurrection. (Part 2)

This past week I received an e-mail entitled “Living in 2005” which said, “You know you’re living in 2005 when... 1. You accidentally enter your password on the microwave. 2. You haven’t played solitaire with real cards in years. 3. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of 3. 4. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Church Of God

Precious Saints Of God

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on May 2, 2005

There are some precious saints in our local churches that are blessings to both the pastor and the membership of the church. We give God thanks for these precious people who serve God.

Precious Memories: Text: Philippians 1: 3-8 " I thank my God upon every rememberance of you, Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy. For your fellowship in the gospel from this day until now. Being confident of this one thing, that He which hath begun a good work in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

The Process Of Sanctification

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Paul explains to us the Process of Sanctification in the life of the believer in Christ Jesus

“THE PROCESS OF SANCTIFICATION” PHILIPPIANS 1:6 1. It is COMMENCED by GRACE. (v. 6a) Being confident of this very thing that He which hath begun a good work in you 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14; 3:4; John 6:28-29; Acts 2:36-38; 11:11-18; 16:14; Romans 8:28-30; Ephesians 2:4-10; Philippians 1:29; ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Christian Life # 6 - Defining Joy

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Aug 30, 2005

This was a message in a series on "joy in the Christian life" from Nehemiah & Philippians

Some might think it a bit strange that I’ve called this Sunday morning series - "Joy in the Christian Life" = Because this is the 6th message in the series - And this will be the first week that I’m really dealing with the idea of joy - But the only joy available in the Christian life is Christian ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Do Church Right Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2005

very church has failings and challenges, but good churches strive after excellence as God defines excellence.

Let’s Do Church Right (Philippians 1:1-11) 1. Paul and Timothy: The Apostle Paul wrote this letter in about 63 AD to his close friends, the Christians in Philippi, from his Roman house arrest described at the end of Acts (Acts 28:30-31), waiting for his court appearance before Caesar (around the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Anthony Craver on Sep 27, 2006

You can have joy by the close fellowship of the body of Christ

The Joy of Fellowship I. Introduction I want to start today a series of messages called the Journey into Joy! Many Christians today are lacking the joy of the Lord. Many authors today go away to a retreat like a nice cabin to write a book. Note that Paul wrote this book from prison, not a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

It Takes Time Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 1, 2004

We have to work with our impatience to become fully like God, understanding we’re in a process that takes time.

It Takes Time Purpose Driven Life #28 Cornwall February 28, 2004 I want to grow up and be fully like Christ and I want to be that now! I don’t imagine that I’m the only one who feels this. I imagine that this is your desire, too. We don’t want to be babes in Christ. We don’t want to be immature. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lo Que Dios Quiere Hacer En Tu Vida

Contributed by Gil Roman on Mar 6, 2004

Dios quiere hacer una gran obra en nuestra vida; pero el; mayor obstaculo somos nostros, dejemos de estorbar a Dios, para ser lo que debemos ser.

Lo Que Dios Quiere Hacer En Tu Vida: Filipenses 1:1-6 Introducción A. Que quieres hacer con tu vida? 1. La mayoría tiene sueños y esperanzas. 2. Otros tienen planes y secretos. 3. Unos tienen deseos egoístas y otros en ayudar a otros B. Que es lo que Dios quiere en tu vida? 1. Es una ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

What God Wants To Do In Your Life

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 18, 2003

Are you aware that God is working in your life? If not, be confident that He is, and He is doing it today. Also, He will continue to do it daily.

What God Wants To Do In Your Life Phil. 1:6 Pastor Greg Mc Donald If someone would come up to you today, and ask you, “what do you what to do with your life’? Would you be able to answer this question with out any hesitation? Have you taken the time to plan out your future? Most people have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

How To Increase Your Joy

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A message on the joy found in living a Christian life.

HOW TO INCREASE YOUR JOY Philippians 1:1-11 INTRO: The word fellowship seems to mean many things to different people. Perhaps, like a worn coin, it may be losing its true impression. If so, we had better take some steps to rescue it. After all, a good Bible word like fellowship needs to stay in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Peace Endures" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Nov 29, 2003

How do we take back peace that has disappeared from our lives as a part of our stressful lifestyle. We can prepare the way to receive the peace that Jesus came to bring us. Here’s how.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches November 30, 2003 First Sunday of Advent Peace “Peace Endures” Malachi 3:1-4 Philippians 1:3-11 INTRODUCTION: Today is the first Sunday of Advent. We light the candle of peace today to remind us that Jesus came into an imperfect world to bring peace to individual ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4, Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Methodist