Sermons on Philippians 1:4-8:

Fulfilling God's Vision

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 23, 2006

This message focuses on fulfilling God’s vision for the Willow Vale Community Church. The message was given at a church vision dinner to present the 2006 budget.

“Fulfilling Our Mission” “Finding God’s Vision for the Willow Vale Church” Pastor Ray Ellis Our Mission - "Bringing people to Jesus, loving, equipping, and sending them out to make more and better disciples." (BLES) Philippians 1:5-6 “Because you have been my partners in spreading the Good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:5-6

Denomination: Free Methodist

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 Elements Of Joy Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

The sermon speaks the source of joy, and the first element of joy, the joy of recollection.

#3, 4-1-7 Elements of Joy (1) Text; Philippians 1:1-4 Introduction; Joy in Christ, in the NT verb rejoice used 96 times, joy 59 times Review; Paul’s greetings to the church v1-2 I. Paul a bond-servant of Christ A. Christ being Lord a major emphasis in Paul’s writings B. Being a servant or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Elements Of Joy #2 Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

The sermon speaks about the joy of participation, the joy of anticipation.

The Elements of Joy (2) Text: Philippians 1:3-7 Introduction: This is Easter Sunday. On this day Christians celebrate Christ’s resurrection II. The Elements of Joy (v3-7) A. The joy of recollection (3) B. The joy of intercession (4) C. The joy of participation (5) 1.”Participation” in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Prayer For The Philippian Church Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

Paul prays that the Philippian church would abound in love

#5 4-22-07 Paul’s Prayer for the Church of Philippi (1) Text; Philippians 1:8-10 Introduction: 1) The source of joy 2) Elements of joy, the joy of recollection, intercession, participation, and anticipation. I. Paul was a man of prayer A. He prayed continuously (4) B. He prayed ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do They Love Me? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God gives shepherds to love us with the affection of Christ Jesus, that we might be both encouraged and taught to love one another.

Scripture Introduction Elizabeth Barrett Browning wrote a Sonnet some of you will have heard: “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height my soul can reach…. I love thee freely, as men strive for Right; I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise…. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Salvation Of God

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Mar 29, 2008

Salvation Is of God and God alone.

Salvation Is All of God Paul writes to the believers at Phillippi for their help In his hour of need. He Took the time to send along some instructions about Christian unity. Only in Christ are there real unity and joy possible. With Christ as your model of Humility and Service, you can enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankgiving And Prayer From Prison Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Mar 31, 2008

An introduction to Paul’s "happiest letter."

Philippians 1:1-11 March 30, 2008 Introduction, Thanksgiving and Prayer Acts 16 stories Stopped from going into Asia and Bithynia Macedonian vision Lydia’s conversion Demonized girl Paul & Silas imprisoned and beaten Earthquake & Jailer’s Salvation Rejection of release This is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: *other

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

Paul, The Joyful Servant (2) Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Nov 24, 2007

Paul was a joyful servant of the Church.

Philippians 1:1-4 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: 2 Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Paul, The Joyful Servant (1) Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Nov 24, 2007

From a prison cell in the city of Rome, one of the Lord’s greatest servants shares with us how to experience Joy in the Christian life. In this epistle Paul mentions Joy, Gladness & Rejoicing 19 times.

Philippians 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: 2 Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ. 3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 Always in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Baptist