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  • Kenneth Henes avatar

    Living Together In Obedience Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Henes on Jun 23, 2004
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    Paul gives us two requirements for living together in obedience to God.

    LIVING TOGETHER IN OBEDIENCE Philippians 2:12-18 INTRODUCTION A. Sometimes we set the course, but we need to allow God to be the unchangeable standard that we obey: 1. Lighthouse illustration: The captain of the ship looked into the dark night and saw faint lights in the distance. Immediately ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I'll Show The World That I'm A Christian

    Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 16, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
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    God intends for every Christian to experience joy in their Christian walk.

    I¡¦ll Show The World That I¡¦m A Christian Philippians 2.12-13 Introduction: Remember that the theme of this book is JOY! And if there is anything we need more of its joy! Our lives should be marked by joy! You say, "Pastor, my life isn’t marked by joy. Does that mean I’m not saved?" I suppose ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Out Life With God Living In Us

    Contributed by John Stensrud on Jul 1, 2001
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    An expository sermon based on a series preached at Immanuel Baptist Church, Elgin, IL in 2001.

    Message Title: “Living Out Life with God Living In Us” Philippians 2.12-18 Delivered on July 1, 2001 at Immanuel Baptist Church by Pastor John Stensrud. Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed--not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence--continue to work out your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Doing It God's Way

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001
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    This sermon deals with being obedient to the will of God for our lives.

    Doing It God’s Way 11:00 1/10/93 Text Philip 2:12-17 Proverbs 16:1-9 Luke 18:18-30 .ls2 Some people live in a manner in which they do things their own and the only time they even consider God is during a tragedy or an emergency. The story is told of a farmer who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Work It Out! Series

    Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 21, 2003
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    What does it mean to work out our salvation?

    Philippians 2:12-13 Sunday, April 7, 2002 I brought along a little object lesson this morning. However, it was not for its role as a yoyo. It is for the convenience of its shape to illustrate a pendulum. In my fifteen years of ministry experience I gave observed that the church often swings ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Work Out Your Own Salvation

    Contributed by David Tijerina on May 4, 2003
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    There are things in our own lives that we are responsible for. WE cannot blame other people for our problems. We need to work out issues.

    Work Out Your Own Salvation March 23, 2003 Phil 2:12, 13 12 Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; 13 for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Overcome Complaining Tendencies

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2003
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    Paul asserted his truth and reasonableness when he cried, "I am not insane, most excellent Festus," "What I am saying is true and reasonable." "The king is familiar with these things and I can speak freely to him." Paul used great skills of affirmation, c

    How to Handle Complainers Illustration:Don’t complain and talk about all your problems--80 percent of people don’t care; the other 20 percent will think you deserve them. Mark Twain. Illustration: A heavy wagon was being dragged along a country lane by a team of oxen. The axles groaned and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Before We Get To Heaven

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
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    Discover the rightful place of fear and surrender in the Christian life.

    We continue this morning in the portion of Paul’s letter to the Philippians where Paul challenges the Christians at Philippi Community Christian Church to be involved in growing like Christ. Three weeks ago, we looked at Paul’s challenge to these Christians to make his joy complete by their ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • David Moore avatar

    Making Faith Your Own Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Aug 3, 2004
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     | 8,948 views

    making faith your own

    First off, happy Father’s Day. Be nice to your Father’s today. I’m told that flashing electric ties are nice presents, at least that’s what my dad told me the first time I got him one, so that’s been his gift ever since. Just a handy last minute gift idea from your caring pastor. Have you ever had ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    You Were Created To Become Like Christ Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 17, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
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    Becoming like Christ means having his attitude of service and humility.

    Philippians 2:1-18 February 8, 2004 You were Created To Become Like Christ What do you think of when you hear that phrase? Things you should not do? Colossians3:5-10 Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, ...read more

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    What It Takes To Be A Star?

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
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    Paul tells the Philippians to shine like stars and his message is the same for us today. this is a brief inductive message

    What it Takes to Be a Star Philippians 2.12-18 November 23, 1997 Morning Service 1. Stars in people A. Movie: C. Eastwood, J. Wayne, K. Costner, J. Roberts, Princess Diana B. Music: G. Brooks, A. Grant, B. Joel C. Sports: Basket - M. Jordan, Football - D. Marino, B. Favre, Hockey - Gretzgy, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Alpine Skiing: Some Things We Need To Do For Ourselves Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,382 views

    The second in the series on the Winter Games, looks at the areas in our Christian life that we are personally responsible for

    Everything has been done, you’ve dreamed, you’ve sacrificed, you’ve trained. And now as you stand looking down at the slope below you, you realize that everything now depends on you. As you prepared for this day you had your coach, your trainer and your family supporting you and encouraging you. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Purpose, Power And Promise

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 174 ratings
     | 7,561 views

    God has promised power to those who seek His purpose in life.

    INTRO.- ILL.- One of golf’s interesting moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses S. Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the President’s beard and surrounding vicinity, while the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Working Out

    Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 19, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,378 views

    Sermon on growth

    WORKING OUT PHILIPPIANS 2:12-13 02/23/95 A couple of years ago my family and I had the opportunity to go to Washington to visit my sister and her husband, and to take in the sights. Some the things that everyone who goes to Washington D.C. are the monuments to the presidents. There is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Knowing God's Will

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Oct 13, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 13,840 views

    Christians often struggle in knowing God’s will in their life. This message is about finding the will of God for your life, not by seeking His will but by seeking God.

    Knowing The Will Of God Phil 2:12,13 Introduction Ill. – Pastor, Iv’e been praying and praying for a job. Now I’ve got 3 job offers. How do I know which one to take. This message is about applying “Grace” to Knowing the will of God. I. THE FIRST KEY – THE FOUNDATION OF KNOWING GOD’S ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist