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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
JOYFULLY PERSEVERE IN HUMBLE SERVICE TO MAINTAIN A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY
BIG IDEA: JOYFULLY PERSEVERE IN HUMBLE SERVICE TO MAINTAIN A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY Introduction: The path of humble service -- seeking the prosperity of others above our own personal interests -- is not the path we would naturally choose. In fact we shrink back from such a challenge. How can such a ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Paul exhorted the Philippians to bring their salvation to completion.
If your physical appearance was based upon your spiritual condition, what would your body look like? Exercise is a topic of conversation many of us would just as soon avoid. I would like to find someone who could exercise for and transfer the benefits to my body. But we know no one can exercise for ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16
Denomination: Baptist
contrasts between bad attitudes and the beatitudes of our Lord Jesus Christ
Examples of Bad Attitude 1. Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong. 2. Taking credit for every good thing that happens 3. Prideful thinking Refusal to forgive others 4. Indifference to those who have experience adversity, tragedy or loss 5. ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:13-17
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
How To Identify And Overcome Difficult People
How To Identify And Overcome Difficult People * Remember that you can overcome any difficult person through the strength, wisdom and enabling given to you through Christ. Once you confidently express your faith God’s ability to help you overcome any problem person you are well on your way to ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:13-15
1. Remember Jesus Christ's ability to endure hardships, criticisms and misunderstandings.
1. Remember Jesus Christ's ability to endure hardships, criticisms and misunderstandings. The Pharisees accused Jesus of being Beelezebub - the son of the devil. Blessed are the persecuted because of righteousness for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16
What does it mean to work out your own salvation with fear and trembling?
Shine as Lights to the World Philippians 2:12-16 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
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
Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18, Philippians 2:12-19
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
Scripture: Philippians 2:12-17
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
This sermon inspires the greatest sacrifice of all, the sacrifice of self to Jesus Christ through which we can find real life.
Ten Marks of a Prevailing Church Mark #8: Uncommon Sacrifice Philippians 2:1-17 August 12, 2001 Intro: A. [Will You Wash My Dishes?] Sometimes we get a distorted idea about what love is. One night, a man decided to show his wife how much he loved her. After dinner he began to recite romantic ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:1-17
This sermon deals with the reality that Spiritual Gifts are given to draw us to a closer unity in the body of Christ.
Spiritual Gifts-The Call To Work Together 4/18/2001 Psalm 133 Philip 2:1-16 Text 1 Corin. 12:1-26 Let’s suppose for a moment, you were driving down the highway just having a good time listening to your music. You’re on your way to somewhere you plan to have a really good time. But ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-26, Philippians 2:1-16
The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to actively work on their personal salvation, live blameless lives, and glorify God through their actions, shining as lights in a dark world.
Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage from Philippians. I love how Arnold J. Toynbee once said, "Man's true end is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever." This quote perfectly captures the heart of our message today. Let's read the passage together: "Therefore, my ...read more
Topics: Salvation
This sermon explores finding hope in Jesus, becoming more like Him, and shining His light in the world, even amidst challenges and darkness.
Good morning, dear friends. We're here together once again. We're here to share. To learn. To grow. We're here to open our hearts to the Word of God. Today, we're going to turn our attention to a beautiful passage. It's a passage that speaks of light. Of becoming. Of joy. It's a passage that ...read more
Topics: Grumbling, Disputing
This sermon encourages Christians to live without grumbling or arguing, surrendering selfishness, finding satisfaction in service, and strengthening spiritual stamina through the Holy Spirit.
Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering. It's truly a privilege to stand before you today, as we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It's a beautiful Sunday, isn't it? A day the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. It's a day to reflect on our ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:14
Topics: Satisfaction
This sermon encourages Christians to actively live out their faith in their workplaces, embodying Christlike character and promoting Kingdom values as God's ambassadors.
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I want to share with you today a message that I believe God has placed on my heart for His people. It's a message that speaks to us, not just as individuals, but as a collective body of believers, as a community of faith, as the Church. It's a message about our ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20, Philippians 2:14-18
Topics: Intentional Discipleship, Marketplace
Series on Philippians
Title: “Quit Your Complaining!” Script: Phil. 2:14-16 Type: Expos/Series Where: GNBC 6-22-25 Intro: The title of my sermon today might easily be heard in any household where a mother is at home with her small children. Or where possibly teenagers are in the home. Or where young adults are in ...read more
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