Sermons on Philippians 3:1-3:

Confidence In Christ Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 15, 2014

Part four of the series living for Christ and the confidence we should have as believers in Christ

Confidence in Christ Philippians chapter 3:1-3:11 Introduction- Turn to Philippians chapter 3:1-3:11 The series “Living for Christ” That has been our focus for the last several weeks. Built up in Christ Christ dwelling in us. Christ empowering us for service. Today, putting our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Intimate Value Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

The only thing with lasting value is a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, and the most important aspect of our lives is fostering that relationship.

Intimate Value Text: Phil. 3:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Everything in this world has two aspects - how it looks at the moment, and how it will look in the time to come. The easy way may look inviting at the moment, and the hard way daunting. 

The only way to get our values ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Paul Changes Bookkeepers

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 3, 2015

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Paul Changes Bookkeepers Philippians 3:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/bookkeepers.html v. 7 is the key verse. It's a new kind of accounting. Ch. 1 was about having joy in spite of circumstances - the single mind. God works through it all for the furtherance of the gospel. Ch. 2 was about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A New Evangelical Explosion Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2014

The Pope calls for a missionary conversion of the whole Church, especially the papacy.

Thursday of the 31st Sunday in Course 2014 Joy of the Gospel The most pronounced conflict in the early Church was not a conflict with the Romans. Except for the persecution of the madman Nero, and a minor tiff with Claudius, the Church was pretty well left alone until close to the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-8

Denomination: Catholic

It Is Who You Know Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 12, 2008

Personally know and follow Jesus.

IT IS WHO YOU KNOW Philippians 3.1-11 S: Jesus C: Salvation Th: Toward the Goal Pr: Personally know and follow Jesus. CV: “We will passionately pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ.” Type: Inductive I. REJOICE (1) II. WATCH OUT (2-3) III. PROFIT (4-6) IV. LOSS (7-8) V. FOUND (9) VI. KNOW ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Rejocing In God's Grace

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jul 26, 2008

What if there were no grace? Grace is God’s answer to our greatest need.

When I was in a previous place of service, there was a rather vocal atheist, who constantly wrote letters to the editor of the local paper, promoting his atheistic viewpoint. A lady met him, in connection with some business matter and invited him to come and have dinner with her husband and her. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Success? Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Sep 15, 2009

Pt 1 of the series investigates how Christians should view success in the world around us. Are our standards different than those of the world?

The Secrets to Successful Living Pt 1 – What is Success? Phil 3 What is success? What does it mean to be successful? Over the last couple of weeks I have had a lot of time to think over what it means to be successful. As I traveled I spent time in recession ravished towns in North Carolina and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: *other

Overcoming Conflict Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on May 7, 2009

Conflict is unavoidable and spiritual conflict is no different. This message looks at how Paul deals with spiritual conflict amongst the religious and how we still today battle between being religious and being saved by faith alone.

Illuminate Part 6- Conquering Conflict Pastor Ryan Akers Have you ever felt like no matter what you do you will never be good enough? Job- no matter how hard you work, how many extra hours you put in, how much you give up to be the best you always seem to get passed over for promotions, or your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Have You Lost Your Passion?

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007

Sometimes we can be Christians for so long that it is possible we might lose our passion for God. We need to get a fresh passion every day.

Phil 3:1-16 says: Philippians 3:1 - 16 (NIV) 1Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2Watch out for those dogs, those men who do evil, those mutilators of the flesh. 3For it is we who are the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: Nazarene

When Things Entrap Us Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jul 9, 2007

Most people believe joy comes from the things they own. In reality, things can steal our joy quickly. Paul understood how things could steal our joy, that is why he gave us two admonitions to keep us from the snare of materialism. Each of these admonitio

Our culture is trapped in a disease for the desire of things, and we are not sure what to do about it. Consider the following facts… Gambling 60 % of adult Americans gambled in the last 12 months 20 years ago, two states had legalized gambling, while 48 states outlawed gambling – today 48 states ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

9 Tips For Protecting Your Joy Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 2, 2009

Do you let people or things steal your joy? Paul shows us how to not let this happen. In Philippians 3:1-21 we find 9 tips for keeping our joy safe.

• 1 "How To Keep Your Joy Safe" "9 Safety Tips For Protecting Your Joy" Text: Philippians 3:1-21 Introduction How many of you believe God wants you to be joyful? I agree with you, I believe God wants each of us here tonight to have joy. How many of you know that Joy is different from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Discovery Of A New Set Of Values

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 11, 2009

The discovery of a new set of values takes place when one trust Christ as one’s Savior and commits one’s life totally to Christ.

THE DISCOVERY OF A NEW SET OF VALUES Philippians 3:1-11 Proposition: The discovery of a new set of values takes place when one trust Christ as one’s Savior and commits one’s life totally to Christ. Objective: My purpose is to challenge all to trust Christ completely in discovering a new set of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Metamorphosis Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 16, 2009

This Easter let’s all go through a metamorphosis as Jesus did. Let’s know the power of His resurrection.

Easter Sermon “Metamorphosis” Philippians 3:1-11 George Orwell, the author of “1984” said in 1939 "We have now sunk to a depth at which restatement of the obvious is the first duty of intelligent men." Well I think in western Christianity we have sunk even further since then, and what a better ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Count It All As Loss Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 27, 2009

Philippians 3:1-11. Christ’s righteousness on our behalf is the only hope for the salvation of anyone.

AGAIN I SAY REJOICE COUNT IT ALL AS LOSS PHILIPPIANS 3:1-11 INTRODUCTION - Most of you have probably never heard of the man named Edward Mote. Mote was born in January of 1797 in London, England. His family was poor and not at all religious. In fact, Mote is quoted as saying as an adult “My ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Driving My Life - #1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 6, 2009

God has placed us here for specific reasons. This message speaks to the impetus for our life. (Thanks to Rick Warren for the inspiration)

What is Driving My Life? Philippians 3:1-11 A friend sent us these motivational slogans: * Doing a job RIGHT the first time gets the job done. Doing the job WRONG fourteen times gives you job security. * Artificial Intelligence is no match for Natural Stupidity. * If you can stay calm, while ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist