Sermons on Philippians 3:5-14:

Don't Look Back Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Apr 3, 2025

Life can sometimes feel like we are trapped in the past, weighed down by painful memories or regrets. We often find ourselves unable to move forward from past hurts. The Good News is that God offers us a new beginning in Christ.

In Great Expectations, Charles Dickens paints the picture of a woman, Miss Havisham, whose life was shattered on her wedding day. Left at the altar, jilted, humiliated, and heartbroken, Miss Havisham’s life stopped. The clocks in her house ceased ticking, the wedding cake became covered in cobwebs, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

I Took Off The Old Coat

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 7, 2025

Paul takes off the old and put on new.

Philippians 3:4-14 “I took off the old coat” 1. Paul gives us description of himself: • Philippians tells us Paul was “… circumcised on the eighth day, • a member of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew born of Hebrews; • as to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

The Resurrection Power (Easter) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

Easter is the celebration of the greatest event in human history — the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is not just a moment in history, but a manifestation of divine power that changed everything.

THE RESURRECTION POWER (EASTER) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:10 "That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death;" Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11, Matthew 28:1–10, John 11:25–26, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is The Righteous One (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Tack on Apr 11, 2025

(1) Jesus is The RIGHT ONE; (2) Jesus is, The RIGHTEOUS ONE; (3) Jesus is, The REJECTED ONE; (4) Jesus is The REDEEMING ONE; (5) Jesus is The RESURRECTED ONE; (6) Jesus is The RE-MITTING ONE.

Jesus Is THE RIGHTEOUS ONE (Part 2) Chaplain David Tack: Sounds of Joy Ministries In this series, I want to continue looking at the six (6) inexhaustible characterizations that can be associated with the name of JESUS: (1) Jesus is The RIGHT ONE; (2) Jesus is, The RIGHTEOUS ONE; (3) Jesus is, The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-4, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 5:17, Philippians 3:9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Chains Of Your Past

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

Many believers struggle with the scars of their past, whether from past sins, hurts, or failures. These chains can prevent them from walking in the freedom and victory that Christ has purchased for them.

BREAKING THE CHAINS OF YOUR PAST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17 "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19; Philippians 3:13-14; Romans 8:1-2; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 43:18-19, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Go! And Don't Doubt The Resurrection Of Christ - John 20:27 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2025

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not merely a belief—it is the cornerstone of our faith. It is not an optional doctrine—it is the defining truth that separates Christianity from every other religion.

Go! And Don't Doubt the Resurrection of Christ - John 20:27 Introduction Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Today, we continue in our “Go! And…” series with a message titled: “Go! And Don’t Doubt the Resurrection of Christ.” We live in a world where doubt is often celebrated as wisdom, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29, John 20:27, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Romans 8:11, Romans 10:9, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In Resurrection Power (After Easter) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 23, 2025

Walking in resurrection power is the believer’s true post-Easter experience. It is not theoretical; it is transformational. It means living as Christ lived, overcoming as He overcame, and doing what He commissioned us to do. The resurrection was not just for celebration—it was for mobilisation.

WALKING IN RESURRECTION POWER (AFTER EASTER) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:10 “That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death.” Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11; Ephesians 1:19-20; Acts 1:8; John ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are The Best Methods To Study The Bible?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 10, 2025

When you study the Bible you are drawing closer to Jesus because He IS the Word of God and spoke the mountains and seas into existence and wove each of us together in our mother’s womb.

“Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end. Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart. Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.” (Psalm 119:33-35 NIV) “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2, Philippians 3:10, Mark 12:24, 2 Timothy 2:15, Hosea 4:6, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Psalm 119:33-35, 2 Peter 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moving On Up

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 10, 2025

Faith is a lifelong journey shaped by grace, renewed through truth, and lifted daily by seeing God more clearly in Christ.

Matthew 16 : 24-27 (ESV) “Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.’” --- The Christian life is never static. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Life Is A Beach

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

Jesus calls every disciple to daily self-denial and Spirit-empowered cross-bearing that ends not in loss but in resurrection life.

(Losing to Gain) Part 1 – The Comfortable Illusion It sounds so inviting: Life is a beach. The phrase promises calm tides, soft sand, a life where the hardest choice is whether to nap or swim. We crave that ease. Sometimes we even remake God in that image—faith as a sunny getaway where problems ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Philippians 3:10-11, Mark 8:34-36, 1 Peter 2:21-24, John 12:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Change Of Desires Series

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 23, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

“A Change of Desires” 1 Peter 4:7-11 A sermon for 8/24/25 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 4 “1 Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, 2 that he no longer should live the rest of his time in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, John 16:33, Romans 8:17, 2 Corinthians 1:5, Philippians 3:10, Matthew 6:24, Hebrews 6:5-11, Galatians 1:6-9, Galatians 1:10, 1 Peter 4:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Never Give Up, Never Surrender Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

Paul shows how to return and keep moving—admitting we haven’t arrived, forgetting what holds us, and pressing on toward Christ (Philippians 3:12–16). The direction is the point: let go of past wins and wounds, lean forward, and run because Christ already holds you.

Last week, we kicked off our series "Back At It," and we talked about how Jesus meets us where we are, even when we've drifted back to our old ways. We looked at the story of Jesus cooking breakfast for His disciples on the shore, calling them back to their true purpose. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sour Grapes Lie

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

God invites every person to abandon blame, own today’s choices, and trust His grace to build a brand-new future.

The Broken Fence One spring morning a man discovered that the white picket fence behind his house had fallen over in the night. His first instinct was to blame last winter’s storms, the neighbor’s leaning tree, even the builder who had put the fence up years earlier. But as he inspected it more ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:1-4, Luke 13:22-35, Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Walking Daily In Excellence

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 3, 2025

Walking daily in excellence means living consistently to glorify God by maintaining an excellent spirit, attitude, and lifestyle in every area of life.

WALKING DAILY IN EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:12-14 Key Verse: “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:14) Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:23; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Ecclesiastes 9:10; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

Jesus wasn’t offering comfort or bling, but blood — a cross that kills self and births love, the heartbeat of true discipleship.

Prologue — The Little Athens of Palestine They had followed Him north — away from the dust and clamor of Galilee, away from the familiar crowds pressing for healing — into a region strange and foreign. The road climbed toward the foothills of Mount Hermon, where the air cooled and new sounds ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-34, Matthew 16:24-26, Luke 9:23-26, Galatians 2:20, Philippians 3:7-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist