Sermons on Philippians 3:9-12:

The Crisis Of Christian Identity Theft

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 9, 2020

People who feel a deep emptiness or a great deal of self-doubt can also feel as if their identity is being stolen

I have always been a 'car guy.' I have had a serious interest in them for as long as I can remember. I also worked in the Automobile Industry and wrenched on so many vehicles I owned over the years that I have lost count. Countless years ago, when I was a teenager, I had a car that was ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, John 3:3, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 3:12-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Strategy For Success In Troubled Times

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 13, 2020

in these confusing times, how can we reach our potential for Christ? How can we give it our best? How can they stay focused during these difficult days? Discover a helpful Strategy!

A Strategy For Success in Troubled Times Introduction: Paul, who is the writer of our text, provides a strategy for the Philippian Church as they move forward to become the best that they could be for Christ. Rather than be complacent with where they were, they needed to set their sights higher. ...read more

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

Denomination: Methodist

Treasure Seekers

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 18, 2020

What comes to mind when you hear the term, treasure seekers? Pirates, movies like, The Goonies? The world views treasure much differently than God does. Let's see what constitutes real treasure and determine if we want to be treasures seekers today.

TREASURE SEEKERS When you think of treasure seekers what do you typically think of? Pirates searching for buried treasure? Movies like Raiders of the Lost Ark, National Treasure or one of my personal favorites-The Goonies? I was reading an article this past week that mentioned treasures. That got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, Proverbs 2:1-5, Proverbs 11:4, 2 Corinthians 4:6-7, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 19:21, Hebrews 11:24-26, Philippians 3:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

1 Miracle - 2 Songs Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020

Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 15:11-13. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 14:11-13 “1 Miracle – 2 Songs” Pastor John Bright Exodus 15:11 “Who is like You, O Lord, among the gods? Who is like You, glorious in holiness, Fearful in praises, doing wonders? 12 You stretched out Your right hand; The earth swallowed them. 13 You in Your mercy have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:11-13, Psalm 56:3-4, Joshua 1:7-8, Philippians 3:12-14, 1 Corinthians 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Shift, Part 4: Shift Your Priorities Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 28, 2020

A look at five "one thing" statements in Scripture, and what they can teach us about what really matters

Good morning. Please turn in your Bibles to Luke chapter 10. This morning will be a little different though, because instead of diving deep into one passage, we are actually going to be turning to several different passages of Scripture. So you might want to flex your fingers to get them limbered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Luke 18:18-23, Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 30, 2020

Ultimate joy is found in Jesus!

INTRODUCTION • Have you ever tried to do something that was literally impossible to do? • For instance, when I was young, I was not the tallest person on the block. • I wanted to do things that would make me taller, As you can see, it worked! :) • There was really nothing I could do to make ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember, Forget, Trust, Press Onward!

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 26, 2021

This is the final message of the year, focusing on God's transforming power as we move beyond past darkness and focus on Jesus as we look to the future.

December 26, 2021 Sermon Isaiah 43:16-21, Jeremiah 29:10-14, Philippians 3:10-14 “Remember, Forget, Trust, Press Onward!” I hope you are having a meaningful Christmas, where you find yourself drawing near to God or longing to draw near to God. And here’s the thing about the meaning of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21, Jeremiah 29:10-14, Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preaching From Philippians #10

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

We have all done our share of boasting. We generally start this bad habit of boasting when we are a child.

Illus: Three boys are in the school yard bragging of how great their fathers are. • The first one says: "My father runs the fastest. He can fire an arrow and start to run, and he gets to the target before the arrow." • The second one says: "Ha! You think that's fast! My father ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-16

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Progressive Pilgrimage For 2022

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 30, 2021

Paul has a zeal that he wants us to mimic - in his drive to be with Jesus in heaven.

12.31.21 Philippians 3:12-14 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 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Lutheran

A Biblical Strategy For Success In The New Year

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 10, 2022

Paul recognizing that the believers were facing great difficulties and knowing the problems created by a pandemic of persecution and present trials, he wanted to be an encouraging example for the church at Philippi. Here is His biblical strategy for success.

Subject: A Biblical Strategy For Success in the New Year Text: Philippians 3:7-14 Php 3:4 “Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:8-10, 2 Corinthians 11:5

Denomination: Methodist

The Upward Call

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 15, 2022

With the year 2022 I want to encourage you to turn the page the past and focus on the future and accept the upward call

Text: Philippians 3:12-14 Introduction: 1. Illustration – Recently, a Taiwanese tourist visiting Australia was so engrossed by her Facebook page on her smartphone that she walked right off the pier plunging twenty feet into the icy waters of the ocean below. Rescue workers were called and after ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Salvation Is All About God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 17, 2022

Even when it comes to our salvation, it's all about God. We are saved by God's grace and not by our works. Salvation in Christ is spelled "done," not "do." That's why it's all about God and why it is good news.

A. Here’s a little cooking humor to get us started: There’s a Hollywood recipe for chicken soup and the instructions begin: “First, bring four cups of Perrier water to a boil.” 1. One cook reported that they found a very easy cookie recipe that said to put all the ingredients in a bowl and beat it, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9, Philippians 3:1-11, Galatians 1:6-9, Galatians 5:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wonder Of It All Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 24, 2022

We, as humans, think we understand things. The starting point for becoming truly wise is to recognize that there is a power greater than us. That power is God Almighty. No true understanding exists apart from the knowledge of the one who is all knowing.

We only have a limited knowledge, a surface awareness at best. We must know our Creator — the Lord God Almighty — if we are to ever have true understanding and function correctly. 1. IT'S ABOUT WHO YOU KNOW - God has made Himself known through His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. In knowing Him, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10, Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wrong Way To Be Right - Philippians 3:1-10 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 27, 2022

The question of how to be a good person is one of the (few) essentials of Christianity. It begins with rejoicing.

Philippians 3:1 Finally, 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. 2 Watch out for those dogs, watch out for those men who do evil, watch out for the mutilation. 3 For it is we who are the circumcision, we who ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-10

Unpacking

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 30, 2022

Sermon about the importance of leaving yesterday behind and moving forward in Christ.

Unpacking Introduction Here we are at the end of the first month of 2022. You have prayed and sought God. 2021 had a full suitcase. It was packed full. Bursting at the seams. The past three years have been so full, its hard to tell how they could have held more. The Jan. 6 attack on the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal