Sermons on Philippians 3:7-15:

Better Than Anything - Philippians 3:7-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 3, 2022

Why is it so evil for a person to try to make himself righteous?

Philippians 3:7 But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them filth, that I may gain Christ 9 and be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-9

Power For Pain - Philippians 3:10-11 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 3, 2022

Paul's quest for power, partnership with Christ in the work of redemption by suffering with him, and being conformed to the pattern of his death

Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. Introduction It stands to reason that if you are living in God’s universe, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

The Road To Heaven - Philippians 3:12-14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 10, 2022

After speaking against legalism in the first half of the chapter, Paul now warns against the opposite error: quietism. Not even Paul has gotten to a place where he can coast. The race goes until you die.

Philippians 3:12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13 Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

What We Can Learn From The Past (New Year’s Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 16, 2022

When President Bill Clinton was going through a sex scandal with Monica Lewinski, the pundits in Washington could not figure out how he could survive this scandal POLITICALLY and PHYSICALLY.

That is, almost daily he appeared on television, and it seemed like the very serious allegations that were being leveled against him were not phasing him in the slightest. • Some said it was because he is shameless • Others, pundits in Washington, had a different take on it. They said, the only ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Wisdom In Adversity Ecclesiastes 7:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 19, 2024

In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other passages that illuminate the path of wisdom.

Transformed by Truth: Wisdom in Adversity Introduction: In Ecclesiastes 7:10, the wisdom of the Scriptures speaks to us, guiding us through the complexities of life. Join me today as we explore the transformative power of truth in the face of adversity, drawing insights from this verse and other ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:10, Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

It All Comes Down To The Cross

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 13, 2024

A sermon about relying on Christ and Christ alone.

“It All Comes Down to the Cross” Philippians 3:1-21 As we read our Scripture Lesson for this morning, it quickly becomes apparent that the church in Philippi had been infiltrated by a group of Jewish teachers who were telling them that salvation could only come to people who followed certain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Conquering Your Crucibles Series

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 17, 2024

This is a continuation of the previous sermon on the 7 Crucial Crucibles to further consider how to live as "more than a conqueror" and ultimately conquer your crucible in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Conquering Your Crucibles In the previous sermon, I discussed 7 Crucial Crucibles, which is a deeper dive into the situations described by the Apostle Paul in Romans 8:35. Paul paints a pretty bleak picture. And then he transitions to make a daring statement. He says that “in all these things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35, Romans 8:38-39, Matthew 19:6, Mark 10:9, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Learning To Finish Well Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 19, 2024

Learning to Finish Well Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 14, 2024

Learning to Finish Well Series: Fan the Flame (2 Timothy) Brad Bailey – January 14, 2024 PRAY Intro “It’s not how you start...it’s how you finish.” It’s a truth that many have said and heard. We might think of the fable about the tortoise and the hare and we would say the moral of that story is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7, Philippians 3:3-4, Philippians 3:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Strategy For Success

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 26, 2024

As we move forward to become the best that we could be for Christ, deepening our commitment and practicing our faith, we will need a strategy.

Subject: A Strategy For Success Text: Philippians 3:7-14 “But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:8-10, 2 Corinthians 11:5

Denomination: Methodist

True Worship! Compromising The Truth.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 28, 2024

Let us consider the trap of compromising the true worship. It is easy to worship the tools and items of worship and missing knowing God in the fullness.

FINDING TRUE WORSHIP VS INFATUATED WITH INFATUATION… MORE THAN MEETS THE EYES! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) (2 Part) 2 Corinthians 4:18 While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, 2 Kings 6:17, Numbers 21:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leap Year: Embracing Transformative Opportunities Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 28, 2024

A leap year presents us with a unique opportunity to embrace transformation and growth - as a leap year adds an extra day to our calendar, let's seize this additional time to reflect on God's truth and pursue personal and spiritual development.

Leap Year: Embracing Transformative Opportunities A leap year presents us with a unique opportunity to embrace transformation and growth - as a leap year adds an extra day to our calendar, let's seize this additional time to reflect on God's truth and pursue personal and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:4-5, Philippians 3:13-14, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Success Of Failure Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 19, 2023

Failure is a common experience and with God's help we can keep failure from being final. Jesus left a great example of how to handle failure when He was rejected in His own hometown.

Introduction: A. How many of you have ever failed at something? We all have experienced failure, right? 1. Bob Hope, when asked about his early failures in stand-up comedy, said, “I would not have had anything to eat if it wasn’t for the stuff the audience threw at me.” 2. Do you consider Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13, Hebrews 10:35-39, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023

This is a sermon on Pergamos - it is a sermon that deals with our call, our character and our commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17; Matthew 4:1-11 Title: Commitment leads to contentment Theme: Commitment INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! One of the greatest leaders of the past century was Sir Winston Churchill. Churchill served as the Prime Minister of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 9:23, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul's Passions

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 22, 2023

Expository Series in Philippians

Title: Paul’s Passion Script: Phil. 3:8-11 Type: Expos Series Where: GNBC 7-24-23 Intro: People who are well known in their field of interest are passionate people. The name Caitlyn Clark is recognized in households across Iowa, if not the US because she is passionate about BB. The musical ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Press On!

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 29, 2023

This is an expository sermon in a series from Philippians.

Title: “Press On!” Scripture: Phil. 3:12-14 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-30-23 Intro: Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team — a heartbreaking experience for any teenager. Then he became one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the game. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible