Sermons about Philippians 3:13-4:13

And The Music Plays On

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Jun 24, 2016

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We must maintain hope and perseverance until the second coming

We have often heard the axiom that when life serves us lemons we should turn the lemons into lemonade. I don’t know about you, but I find that is not always an easy thing to do. There have been times when I have been confronted by an issue the seemingly overwhelms me. I twist and turn and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Adventist

A Puff Of Smoke Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 29, 2016

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What did King James say about smoking?

Not far from the North Dakota farm where I grew up was a barely-there town: a couple of grain elevators, a post office, a bar, and a general store. The store was a brick box, containing creaky floors, old and poorly stocked shelves, a few spotty fruits and vegetables, and a single dairy case. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Humpty Dumpty / Seize The Day

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 10, 2016

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Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall; Humpty Dumpty had a great fall; Humpty Dumpty shouted Amen; God can put me together again. Beloved, Carpe Diem, Seize the day. Updated June 2022.

Do you remember as a child ... listen to ... or reading nursery rhymes? Some of them were a little freighting ... at least they were to me. Three blind mice. Three blind mice. See how they run. See how they run. They all ran after the farmer's wife Who cut off their tails with a carving ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14, Philippians 3:10-14, Isaiah 43:25, Matthew 11:30, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

“in Pursuit” Series

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Jul 26, 2016

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This is part of a series of very brief messages that can be used in church newsletters for stewardship.

In the third chapter of Philippians, the Apostle Paul uses the Greek word, dioko, (dee-o-ko, “to pursue”) to describe the nature of his spiritual development. In the sixth verse, he says that he pursued Christians in an effort to protect Judaism. In verse twelve, Paul says that he ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Anxiety And Worry

Contributed by Richard Wayne Wiggins on Jul 31, 2016

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In these two verses God gives us a formula to practice to overcome anxiety and worry. Four words that begin with the letter R will help you to learn to have peace even when circumstances are not peaceful. Realize, Reach, Release and Rest.

I. Realize (v. 6) "Be anxious for nothing" We must first come to the place that we know that we are anxious. The Bible says our hearts are deceptive. Sometimes we do not know what is bothering us. Some people show anger. Some get depressed. Underlying these emotions might be anxiety and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: *other

The Eternal Reward

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016

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THERE IS A PRIZE FOR OUR LABOUR

THE ETERNAL REWARD MAIN TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 3:14- “I press towards the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus”. 2 Tim 4:7 - 8 — “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith, finally there is laid for me the crown of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pressing On Toward The Goal Series

Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 19, 2016

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The goal of finishing the race must be before us as Christians. Heaven awaits. Strive toward the victory of heaven by living out your faith every day.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 14, 2016 David Simpson Pressing on Toward the Goal Philippians 3:13-14 But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. - ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Power Of Positive Thinking

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 12, 2016

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Although there are many self-help publications with this title, if an author doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thought and ability it’s not something I’ll read. The power doesn't come from channeling some unknown energy it comes from God.

THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING INTRODUCTION: Although there are no doubt many self-help publications with this title, this sermon is not based on any of them. If an author writes a publication with a title such as this one and doesn’t cite God as the source of all positive thinking ability ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Ways To Be Joyful Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 27, 2016

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Christian Living

Series: Be Week: 2 Passage: Various Title: Two Ways to Be Joyful Focus: Christian Living Introduction: The definition of “be” points to three basic factors: (1) identity, (2) quality and (3) condition of a person or thing. We push the “be” or “don’t be” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016

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Mediocrity is NOT an option!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 17, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part Two] Philippians 3:12-21 My fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Seibing, was a real taskmaster! But as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Praying...not Preying! [part Two]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 28, 2016

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“Prayer is not a means of coercing God to do what we want. It is a process of recognizing His power and plan for our lives.

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, May 15, 2011 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter “Praying … Not Preying!” [Part Two] Philippians 4:1-7 In the entire arsenal of spiritual weapons available to the believer, prayer is one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Am I Becoming? The Issue Of Peace Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 30, 2016

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As we grow in Christ, we can experience true peace!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • WE are in the midst of our series entitled WHO AM I BECOMING? When you give your life to Jesus, your life should be and will be different as we allow ourselves to be molded into the image of Jesus. Each day we should reflect Him more than the previous ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lamb’s Book Of Life

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Oct 12, 2016

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When we take into consideration what will transpire in the judgement it certainly is not unreasonable to believe God has recorded, in heaven, the names of those who have been born again and He has also recorded what they have done as disciples.

THE LAMB’S BOOK OF LIFE ILLUSTRATION Many years ago there was a very small country church that just had a sanctuary and one small class room. For heat there was a coal stove in the basement, and there was an outhouse located along a hedgerow at the edge of the churches property. Physical ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:3

Denomination: Christian Church

The Christian's Vote

Contributed by Steve Klein on Oct 21, 2016

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This lesson delves into the Christian's relation to government and his obligation to make the world a better place. God rules in the kingdoms of men and we must trust Him. Ultimately, our citizenship is in heaven.

The Christian’s Vote Intro: We start with the truth that we’ll end with. As a Christian, I am a citizen of the United States, but first and foremost, I am a citizen of heaven. Philippians 3:20 “For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#icandoallthings Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 30, 2016

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A look at one of those "Favorite Verses" that is so often used out of context.

#icandoallthings I was a little disappointed when we put the new carpet in last year, not with the new carpet but with the removal of the old carpet. You’ve probably heard the story about how on Thanksgiving Sunday 2005, six weeks before the building opened, we had our first service in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

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