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  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Serving Up Joy Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 16, 2013
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    God has given us everything to face this life with the joy of His presence and promises. Living in Joy comes no more naturally than not murmuring or grumbling. God offers us joy it is up to us to live in joy and peace.

    Intro: At St. Bede’s Episcopal Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico, there is only one door into the sanctuary. Over that door is a hand lettered sign that reads, “Servant’s Entrance.” There isn’t any way in or out of that church except through the servant’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Brother, Worker, Soldier Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 10, 2011
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    Epaphroditus is a Christian model for us to consider. Paul's words about him remind us of who we are to be as Christians.

    Philippians 2:25-30 Risking Your Life/ Brother, Worker, Soldier Paul said of Epaphroditus, he is my brother, my fellow worker, my fellow soldier for Christ. He risked his life in the service of Christ. Honor men like him. Have you ever observed one of your children doing something or saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Very Expensive Free Gift! Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 31, 2011
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    During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome. One of the themes in the book is joy. (some thoughts taken from a series by Cr

    Philippians Pt4- A Very Expensive Free Gift! Continue our study in Philippians- v2:12-30. Paul’s call to go to Philippi was supernatural- Act 16:9-12 God is calls us supernaturally, we are to led by-HS. Paul wrote this letter while a prisoner in Rome. Ten years earlier he had been imprisoned in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Christlike Servants

    Contributed by Donato Cruz Solano on Jun 2, 2011
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    The Christ-like attitude that believers should have.

    INTRODUCTION Where are the Timothy(s) and Epaphroditus(es) today? Do we have servants like them in our churches today? If there are servants like them today in our midst, then the church is in danger. It is now becoming a world-like organization where people desire to be served rather than to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    How To Live A Lovely Life

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 14, 2012
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    1. Be willing to serve the Lord (vs. 25). 2. Sympathize with other people (vs. 25-27a). 3. Be willing to sacrifice yourself (vs. 27a & 29-30). 4. See the Lord’s mercy (vs. 27).

    How to Live a Lovely Life Philippians 2:25-30 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 2, 2012 *Pastor Frank Harrington told about a little girl who kept a daily notebook. And one day her dad noticed that she had drawn a picture of him in her book. Underneath, she had carefully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Gambling Ministry

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 6, 2012
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    Exposition of Ministry

    Text: Philippians 2:25-30, Title: Gambling Ministry, Date/Place: NRBC, 10.28.12, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: Paul is explaining to the Philippians why their emissary was sent home early. Epaphroditus is an example of a growing disciple and his commitment to his church. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellow Soldiers Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 19, 2011
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    Paul wanted the Philippians to see two shining examples... one clergy and the other a layman, to share with them that God uses ALL people as long as they are willing and obedient!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 19, 2011 Date Preached: August 21, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Fellow Soldiers in Christ Sermon Text: Philippians 2:19-30 [ESV] Introduction: Just what does it mean when we SAY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Meet Epaphroditus

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 20, 2015
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    Meet Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Epaphroditus.html Joy comes from living for and serving others, as did Jesus, Paul, and Timothy in this chapter. Now, the example of Epaphroditus. Let me tell you what the name means, in case you are thinking of naming a child. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • GUY GLASS avatar

    Four Traits To Embrace For A Joyful Life In Christ Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015
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    PAUL IS NOT IN THE BEST OF PLACES – HOUSE ARREST. HE WAS ALSO NOT IN THE BEST OF HEALTH. YET, PAUL IS NOT DOWN TRODDEN OR MELANCHOLY. IN FACT, IN THIS PASSAGE, HE TAKES THE OPPORTUNITY TO GIVE A SHOUT TO ANOTHER – EPAPHRODITUS, SAYING SIMPLY LOOK AT HIM.

    FOUR TRAITS TO EMBRACE FOR A JOYFUL LIFE IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION: THE BOOK OF PHILIPPIANS IS A BOOK ABOUT LIVING AND JOY. IT LOOKS AT THE LIFE OF PAUL, AND THE LIVES OF THOSE HE TOUCHES. MORE IMPORTANTLY, THIS BOOK IS A HANDBOOK OF HOW TO LIVE JOYFULLY. PAUL IS NOT IN THE BEST OF PLACES – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Cherish Friendship Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 16, 2015
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    Paul had two good friends who sustained him and strengthened his relationship with the Philippians. They were friends with each other because they were first friends with Jesus. Friendship with Jesus is a beautiful thing.

    “Living A Joy-full Life: Cherish Friendship” Phil. 2:19-30; John 15:9-17 Developing and having good friendships is an important element in living a joy-full life. In the latter verses of Philippians 2 we get a glimpse of the joy such friendships brought to Paul. His friendship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    But God Had Mercy

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Dec 27, 2014
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    The believer is not exempted from sickness but he may be a recipient of the mercy of amid his illness.

    I. The Stature of Epaphroditus. Vs 25 my brother, companion, fellow-soldier, a messenger II. The Servant Epaphroditus. Vs 25 served PAUL. III. The Silence of Epaphroditus. Vs 26 kept his sickness to himself IV. The Sorrow of Epaphroditus. Vs 26 he was heavy when his sickness reached the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Epaphroditus: A Man Of Great Courage Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014
     | 10,582 views

    People of courage are people who put their complete trust in Jesus.

    Epaphroditus: A Man of Great Courage Text: Phil. 2:25-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: There's an old story of a rich guy who threw a party at his mansion. One of his pride and joys was his new saltwater pool in which he had the ability to let swim in various specious of ocean fish. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christ My Example Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010
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    Christ my example

    Reading: Philippians chapter 2 verses 1-30: Ill: • Story told about a Jewish man in New York who bought a little shop; • Problem was it was squeezed in between two gigantic department stores. • He wondered what to call his little shop, • After much thought he had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Men Of Honor Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 9, 2016
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    Real respect comes not in the palace, but in the place of selfless, sacrificial service.

    A man was talking to his friends about their last child leaving home and coping with the empty-nest syndrome. He said, “The worst part about it is, that since the children left, my wife started treating me like a child. He complained, “When we go to the grocery store and I reach for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • John Lowe avatar

    Lesson #19 Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 3, 2019
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    Although Timothy’s visit was delayed, “Epaphroditus” was to go immediately, taking with him the epistle Paul was writing.

    Date: 10/31/18 Lesson #19 Title: Why Paul Felt It Necessary To Send Epaphroditus • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as end notes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 2:25-28, NIV) (25) But I think it is necessary to send back to you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist