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  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Night Light

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 6, 2015
    based on 11 ratings
     | 15,504 views

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    Night Light Philippians 2:14-17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/nightlight.html This letter is all about joy. It's like bells keep ringing each time we study. It's like a light shining in the midst of deep darkness. The world says to get all you can, can all you get, and sit on the can. Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “doing What We Ought Do”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,363 views

    Paul gives us reasons for obey God . . . even when no one else may be looking.

    Paul exhorts the Philippians to obey God, even when he wasn’t around. Like parents who hope their kids will behave even when mom or dad aren’t around to check on them, Paul wanted the Philippians to obey, motivated by higher things than just the possibility of being rewarded by Paul or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Taylor avatar

    The Promise And The Power Of Spiritual Transformation Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 7,334 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Promise and the Power of Spiritual Transformation Philipians 2:12-18 David Taylor Main idea: Spiritual transformation is the work of God changing our desires or appetites and empowering our wills to change. The result is that we reflect the light of Christ to a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Let You Shine Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014
     | 7,341 views

    Being the light of the world is a cooperative effort between God and ourselves.

    Let You Shine Text: Phil. 2:12-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: Jesus himself said to his disciples, "[L]et your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works, and give glory to your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16) 

This is a concept that is sometimes a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jim Caswell avatar

    Philippians-Grumbling

    Contributed by Jim Caswell on Jul 15, 2017
     | 8,644 views

    We must shine as a witness for Christ without grumbling or arguing.

    Title: Philippians 2-Grumbling Place: BLCC Date: 7/16/17 Text: Philippians 2.12-18 CT: We must shine as a witness for Christ without grumbling or arguing. [Screen 1] FAS: New research shows that many of us really do believe that the grass is greener on the other side of the fence. Researchers for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "We Can Work It Out" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
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    Paul tells us to work out our salvation. We must remember when he said this he was speaking to believers not unbelievers. In this message we look at how to live out our faith according to Paul.

    THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS “We can Work it Out” Philippians 2:12-18 One of the most difficult things in life to maintain it to keep all things where they are all supposed to be at all times…. It’s called balance. Sometimes we feel like a clown at the circus who is trying to keep all the plates ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    "The Problem With Being Good" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017
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     | 6,716 views

    It has been said that there are really only three ways to live in life. One is the way of the rebellious. The second is the way of the religious and the third is the way of the redeemed.

    “The Problem with Being Good” Philippians 3:1-11 It has been said that there are really only three ways to live in life. One is the way of the rebellious. The second is the way of the religious and the third is the way of the redeemed. We see all three of these being played out in the parable of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nickolas Kooi avatar

    Light, Love, Humility, And Witnessing Series

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 1, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,196 views

    Light is a special thing to God. Paul uses this special thing to teach us about witnessing and humility.

    Light is a special thing to God. God’s first spoken words in Scripture are, “Let there be light,” and it was the first thing ever created in our universe. He made light to be a special thing with unique characteristics. When a star dies out, its light can still travel for years and still shine. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jonathan Meyer avatar

    Solus Christus | Christ Alone

    Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Oct 4, 2017
     | 7,806 views

    For October 2017, as we approach the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, we are doing a sermon series on the "solas": Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Sola Scriptura; and 2 others added, Soli Deo Gloria, and Solus Christus. This is the first of the series.

    We’re beginning a new sermon series for the month of October, as we finally lead up to the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. It’s a series called SOLA! Sola is the Latin word for “alone” or “only.” It’s where we get the word “solo,” where ONLY one person is singing or performing or ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Unity In A Divided World Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 19, 2019
     | 3,494 views

    It seems many of us find ourselves caught between two tensions. As Christ followers, we do not want to be divisive or pick unnecessary fights. We also do not want to stay on the sidelines of important discussions and allow our voices to be muted by threats or intimidation.

    Philippians 2 Unity in a Divided World September 22, 2019 Philippians 2:14-18 NIV Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16 as you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Working It Out

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 14, 2019
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,290 views

    Working it out – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). I will do my part (vs 12) (2). I will depend on God (vs 13) (3). I will not complain (vs 14) (4). I will be different to make a difference (vs 15-16a) (5). I will live for others (vs 16b-18) SERMON BODY: Quote: Mark Twain (American writer, humourist, entrepreneur, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • John Lowe avatar

    Lesson #15 Title: Consider Paul's Imprisonment As A Reason To Rejoice Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 17, 2018
     | 3,254 views

    It is because Paul knows that his friends are united with him in the great work of advancing the cause of Christ in the world that he can greet even the prospect of death with undaunted joy.

    Date: 9/18/18 Lesson #15 Title: Consider Paul's Imprisonment as a Reason to Rejoice Scripture: (Philippians 2:17-18, NIV) (17) But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. (18)So you too should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    No Reserve, No Retreat, And No Regret

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 27, 2018
     | 7,434 views

    Let’s discuss these 3 metaphors from Philippians 2:14-18 (Title and outline adapted from Stephen Davey at: http://www.wisdomonline.org/files/2405/Humility%20Part%209.pdf)

    HoHum: In 1904 William Borden graduated from a Chicago high school. As heir to the Borden Dairy estate, he was already a millionaire. For his high school graduation present, his parents gave him a trip around the world. Now William’s mother had a profound influence on his life. In fact, she had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Lights In The World Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 9, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,599 views

    Philippians 2:12-18 teaches us the effect of the gospel on the conduct of our lives.

    Scripture We are in a sermon series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting, Paul’s thanksgiving, and prayer, he wanted the Philippians to know that despite his imprisonment, the gospel was still advancing. Then, he urged ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Following Jesus

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,825 views

    In the following sermon we are going to examine the lives of Jesus, Paul, Timothy and Epaphroditus in order to prove that it is not only possible, but a given for those who lead Spirit filled lives to follow in the steps of their Master!

    Following Jesus Philippians 2:17-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Whoever claims to live in Him must live as Jesus did” 1 John 2:6, NIV One can’t help but read the above statement and wonder if it is truly possible to live one’s life worthy of the Gospel message ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist