Sermons on Philippians 3:7-20:

Following Paul's Example

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000

A Devotion for growing Christians

“BRETHREN, JOIN IN FOLLOWING MY EXAMPLE, AND NOTE THOSE WHO SO WALK, AS YOU HAVE US FOR A PATTERN. 18 FOR MANY WALK, OF WHOM I HAVE TOLD YOU OFTEN, AND NOW TELL YOU EVEN WEEPING, THAT THEY ARE THE ENEMIES OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST; 19 WHOSE END IS DESTRUCTION, WHOSE GOD IS THEIR BELLY, AND WHOSE ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Orthodox

It's All In Who You Know Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Nov 13, 2000

Salvation comes through knowing Jesus Christ

IT'S ALL IN WHO YOU KNOW © 3-2000 by Mark Beaird Text: Philippians 3:3-9 One of the great inequities of life is that many people seem to get ahead in life, not based on what they can do or even by hard work, but rather based on whom they know. We see this on our jobs at times; the person who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Funnking With Straight A's

Contributed by Howard Flynn on May 17, 2001

Human goodness is not good enough for God

Did you ever get an F in school? I did when I was a freshman in high school because I wanted to play more than study. Thus, at the end of an eight-week term I wound up with an F in biology, F as in Flynn. My parents were furious and promised dire retribution if I didn’t bring that grade up to a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-9, Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Adventist

Staring Over

Contributed by Alvaro Dominguez on Jun 1, 2001

About leaving the failures of the past behind and fearlessly starting over.

“Starting Over” 2 Cor. 5:17 Negative Starting Lines: In most cases “starting over” means PAIN. Divorce for example brings devastating results. Having to start over again without your spouse and with the responsibility of having to be both the father and the mother is a very painful process. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Guidelines For Graduates

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Jun 4, 2001

A sermon to graduates (any graduates) with three guidelines for success as faithful Christians. Message is appropriate for challenging any Christians. Based on II Timothy 1:7; Philippians 3:13-14; and Hebrews 12:1-3

Guidelines For Graduates II Timothy 1:7; Philippians 3:13-14; Hebrews 12:1-3 Introduction Illustration: Going down the highway a bumper sticker was observed that said, "I’m a Pearl Harbor survivor." The unique thing about this bumper sticker was that is was on the back of a Toyota truck. That ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian Attitude

Contributed by Justin Meek on Jun 6, 2001

In order to grow as Christians we must have the proper atitude towards our Christian lives.

NOTE: I am indebted to Jim Mooney of sermoncentral.com for the idea for this sermon. I took his basic idea from the sermon “How to Have a Winning Attitude” and customized it to fit my own style and congregation. The Christian Attitude Phil: 3:8-14 Introduction: THERE IS A SHORT STORY BY G.W. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Pressing On Toward Maturity Series

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Jun 8, 2001

Philippian 3:10-14

PRESSING ON TOWARD MATURITY Phil 3:10-14 Back in college, I had the privilege of meeting a man who had served as a missionary in Iran for 42 years… Dr. William Miller. He had spoken at Urbana and had come to our campus as part of a follow-up conference. That chance meeting turned into a good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

A Winning Christian Attitude

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Jun 11, 2001

A winning Christian attitude includes a positive attitude. As a believer we can become mighty in the Spirit of the Lord, and develop a heart of a champion when we are willing to give ourselves to the mind of Christ.

Sermon.977 See # 602, 614, 640, 729, 739 “A Winning Christian Attitude” From the pulpit of Bayview Baptist Church, Sunday, June 10, 2001 Philippians 3:7-14 A winning Christian attitude includes a positive attitude about yourself, God, the church, and other people! The same victorious life ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Arthur Good on Jun 16, 2001

What we "gain" through humble sacrifice for God.

Theme: What we gain through sacrifice. Introduction: Philippians 3:7, 8. In scripture we find a principle that shows us that to make the greatest gains spiritually, we must be willing to sacrifice things physically. These “things” may include our possessions, time, money, convenience, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8, Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Things New

Contributed by Steven Glover on Jun 22, 2001

The newness of the new believer.

“All Things New” Text: Philippians 3:7-11 7. But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. 8. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Citizenship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 25, 2001

This is the 3rd sermon in the series and is a sermon describing our true citizenship as Christians which is heaven.

Sunday Morning July 8, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM Series: Out Of This World [#3] CITIZENSHIP PHILIPPIANS 3:20-21 Introduction: 1. With this being the Sunday after the 4th of July, I am in a sense obligated to preach a patriotic type sermon; but since I am preaching a series, I am ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Have Works Or Relationships.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This is an expository sermon on Philippians 3:1-11 and deals with the need for a relationship to Christ, rather than trusting our good works.

"Do You Have Works Or Relationship" 11:00 3/14/93 Text Philip3:1-11 OT Prov. 2:1-8 Luke 12:13-21 .ls2 In our New Testament reading, we met a man who was greatly blessed in terms of the material things. His work produced so much wealth, he did not know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11, Luke 12:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gain Christ Jesus

Contributed by Neal Gray on Oct 23, 2001

Entire sanctification means knowing where righteousness comes from. Any righteousness we have comes to us on the basis of faith in Christ Jesus. Thus, it is easy to give up any puny notion that our earthly qualifications gave us merit.

"The Holiness Lifestyle: Gain Christ Jesus" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Philippians 3:1-11, KJV Purpose: Entire sanctification means knowing where righteousness comes from. Any righteousness we have comes to us on the basis of faith in Christ Jesus. Thus, it is easy to give up any puny notion ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

Cast All Your Care Upon The Lord For He Cares For You

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 11, 2001

1.CONFIDENCE 2.CARE 3.CONCERN 4.CURE 5.CURSE 6.CONFLICT 7.COMFORT

CAST ALL YOUR CARE UPON THE LORD FOR HE CARES FOR YOU OUTLINE 1.CONFIDENCE 2.CARE 3.CONCERN 4.CURE 5.CURSE 6.CONFLICT 7.COMFORT THE MESSAGE CAST ALL YOUR CARE UPON THE LORD FOR HE CARES FOR YOU I Peter 5:7 7 casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. 1.CONFIDENCE God wants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

(Lesson 11) Saul: Becoming A Follower Of Christ

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003

Paul hated Christians, yet encountered Christ on the road to Damascus where his life was transformed. Paul received his commission from this experience.

A. BACKGROUND 1. Perfect birth. "Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews" (Phil. 3:5). 2. Perfect life. "As touching the law, a Pharisee . . . touching righteousness which is in the law, blameless" (Phil. 3:5,6). 3. Best teacher. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5-14

Denomination: Baptist