Sermons on Philippians 3:3-16:

Longing For The Likeness Of The Lord

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 9, 2007

Paul had a great longing to be like his Lord. We as modern-day Christians should have that same consuming desire to be like Jesus.

LONGING FOR THE LIKENESS OF THE LORD Text: Ps.17: 15; Phil.3: 8, 9 Intro: Webster’s Dictionary defines the word “longing” as a “strong desire; yearning.” It almost goes without saying that everyone has strong desires of one sort or another. And the list of things for which people desire is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Found In Him Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 13, 2006

This is the fourth in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issue of control of life. If we are to be followers of Christ: He must lead.

Going Deeper Pt 4 - Found In Him Philippians 3:9-10 We have been talking together about going deeper - developing a deeper relationship with Christ. Last week we began to count the cost. The first cost we talked about was rubbish (skubalon). How many of you have been dealing with the rubbish of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:9-10

Denomination: *other

What's Really Importat Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 13, 2006

For Paul, knowing Christ, constantly moving closer in his relationship with Christ, and doing so with others was of primary importance.

Introduction I. I personally was not, but I have certainly heard the zeal of some that have been; born in a Christian “home” that is. A. I must believe that it would be a great benefit to have a strong Christian heritage. 1. I was once in a prayer group with a pastor, whose ancestry included a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-16

Denomination: Methodist

"Intimacy: Knowledge Or Knowing”

Contributed by Jim Wheatley on Nov 15, 2006

Continuing in study of Philippians -- Knowing God comes through an intimate relationship with Christ.

“Intimacy: Knowledge or Knowing” Last time we looked at Philippians, we saw that Paul recognized the basis of his salvation – faith in Jesus Christ. “not having a righteousness of my own that comes from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ”. The salvation of Jesus Christ comes by ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Knowing God

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 16, 2006

A five minute Children’s talk for inclusion in a service with a focus on ’knowing God better’

John and Sally- Knowing God Let me tell you a story about two children- John and Sally - sally was 11 - John was 12 - Not from the same family- but were good friends (most of the time!) As with all of us- what people thought of Sally mattered a lot to her - took great care about how she ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Forget

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006

Breaking the Power of the Past

Learn to Forget Breaking the Power of the Past Foundational Text: Philippians 3:12-14 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus. (13) Brethren, I count not myself to have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Passion Killers In Christian Service!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Nov 19, 2006

In the service of Christ there are many things that can kill our passion for service to the King. That is why Jesus said in Luke 21: 34 And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of

Passion Killers for Christian Service! (Phil 3:10 KJV) That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; Phil 3:11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead. Phil 3:12 Not as though I had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

De Resolucion A Realidad

Contributed by Neftali Nava on Nov 27, 2006

Si queremos llegar de resolución a realidad necestitamos seguir las sugerencias de Filipenses 3:13-14.

Introducción: Tenemos 1 año, 12 meses, 52 semanas, 365 días, 8760 hrs, 525,600 min., 31,536,000 segundos para cambiar Si queremos llegar de resolución a realidad necestitamos seguir las sugerencias de Filipenses 3:13-14 I. Debemos olvidar lo que esta en el pasado v. 13 a. El viejo hombre Ef. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power And Pain Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 28, 2006

This is the fifth in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issue of spiritual goals. Paul’s wer to know Christ in the power of His resurrection and in the fellowhsip of His suffering.

Going Deeper Pt 5 - Power and Pain Phil. 3:10 We have spent the last few weeks looking together at this idea of developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. How many of you are still on board? How many of you are still pressing toward a deeper walk with God? Over the last weeks we have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: *other

Press On Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 28, 2006

This is the sixth and finalsermon in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the issues of self evaluation and service.

Going Deeper Pt 6 - Press On Phil 3:2-16 This morning I want to wrap up this series on going deeper. Are you still with me? I hope that you are journeying deeper each day in your relationship with Christ. Last week I shared with you Paul’s goals for his spiritual life; To know Christ in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: *other

Three Steps To A Great Life

Contributed by Phillip Krueger on Nov 25, 2008

Here are three steps we can take to have a great life in 2009.

THREE STEPS TO A GREAT LIFE First Christian Church 12-30-0 1. In a Charlie Brown cartoon, Lucy was talking to Linus. Pointing to a mountain, she said, “On the other side of that hill is happiness. When I get old enough to climb that hill, I will go all the way over to the other side where the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pressing On

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Dec 15, 2008

Why is it that Paul repeats over and over again the word, "Rejoice?" It is found 10 times just in this one little book. One thing we can determine is that we can never be the Christian God wants us to be without obeying that command to rejoice in the Lor

PRESSING ON! PHILIPPIANS 3:14 Philippians 4:4 7 Why is it that Paul repeats over and over again the word, "Rejoice?" It is found 10 times just in this one little book. One thing we can determine is that we can never be the Christian God wants us to be without obeying that command to rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Perscription For Spiritual Success

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006

How to be what you want to be and where you need to be spiritually.

Prescription For Spiritual Success Philippians 3: 12-14 Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. 13Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Behold Jesus!

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006

Charles Spurgeon, said: “It is the preacher’s principle business, I think I might say his only business, to cry, “Behold the lamb of God.” For this reason was John (the Baptist) born and came into the world… his chief errand was to herald the Messiah...

BEHOLD JESUS! QUOTE: A great preacher, Charles Spurgeon, said: “It is the preacher’s principle business, I think I might say his only business, to cry, “Behold the lamb of God.” For this reason was John (the Baptist) born and came into the world… his chief errand was to herald the Messiah, to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-10

Denomination: *other

Relentless: Playing To Win

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 25, 2006

Michael Jordan said: “I play to win. And I will not let anything get in the way of me and my competitive enthusiasm to win.” How does this philosophy apply to our Christian lives?

RELENTLESS - PLAYING TO WIN (Consumed Youth Conference in Courtenay, BC) INTRO TO SPEAKER: Director of the Revolution Master’s Commission, youth pastor for the past 14 years, married with 4 children. ILLUSTRATION: How many of you have heard of Michael Jordan? · He led his team to 6 NBA ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: *other