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"Christian Perfection"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2002

based on 70 ratings

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Is there such a thing?

Philippians 3:4-14 "Christian Perfection" By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Michelangelo was once putting what appeared to be the finishing touches on a sculpture when a friend dropped by for a visit. Days later, the friend dropped by again and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Law Of God"

Contributed by Candace Adams on Oct 11, 2002

based on 26 ratings

| 6,266 views

The keeping of the Ten Commandments is simply not enough.

“The Law of God” Exodus 20:1-20 & Philippians 3:4-14 “O-b-e-d-i-e-n-c-e Obedience is the very best way to show what you believe. Action is the key. Do it immediately. Joy you will receive.” While I believe that this song holds a great deal of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20, Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Develop A Winnng Attitude

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 15, 2002

based on 168 ratings

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The Apostle Paul in the book of Philippians gives excellent counsel on how to develop a winning attitude in life.

Develop A Winning Attitude Philippians 3:12-14 The Apostle Paul gives helpful counsel in the book of Philippians on how to develop a winning attitude. Both of our boys and one daughter played little league baseball. When they were on Little League teams we were in Taylor, Michigan planting a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8, Philippians 3:12-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Things We Leave Behind

Contributed by Scott Pyle on Oct 19, 2002

based on 34 ratings

| 6,489 views

There are a series of things that we must leave behind to become a true Christian

Things We Leave Behind Phil 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Holiness

Drifting Along

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Oct 28, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 6,488 views

complacency leads to destruction

Drifting Along (Philipians3:12-21)) Intro: The two trappers In the mid 1800’s their were two trappers that had been trapping muskrat and beaver all summer and fall. They had been working their traps in the Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee. With their packs full of furs and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Do God & Country Meet?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 31, 2002

based on 264 ratings

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Where do God & country meet? How can we be good Christians & yet good citizens? Can we be both, or do we have to be one or the other? Do we have to sacrifice our love of God for love of country, or vice-versa?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2022) TEXT: Romans 13:1-7; 2 Chronicles 7:14; 1 Timothy 2:1-4; Philippians 3:17-21 ILL. A few years ago Dr. James Dobson began his Focus on the Family Newsletter with words as important, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Philippians 3:17-21, 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reap The Reward

Contributed by Richard Crow on Nov 2, 2002

based on 40 ratings

| 4,921 views

When God calls us to Count the Cost and to Pay the Price, He has a Reward awaiting us. We should be anxious to Reap His Reward!!

Reap the Reward Philippians 3:17-21 September 15, 2002 Illust: Playing house as a kid. Boy recited “In the name of the Father, and the Son, the Holy Spirit, and the republic for which it stands” This gives us a good idea of the what the term “dual citizenship” means. As Christians, we are in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Home Sweet Home (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 2, 2002

based on 65 ratings

| 9,101 views

This is the 27th sermon in the series "The End". This sermon is about The New Jerusalem.

Sunday Morning November 3, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “The End” [#27] SLIDE 29 HOME SWEET HOME! Revelation 21 Introduction: SLIDE 30 Philippians 3:20-21 1. There are many sermons that we hear that we need, but we don’t enjoy them. We don’t like to be told what we are doing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27, Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Pressing In For The Prize…

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Nov 3, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 5,699 views

Did you ever feel like that there is more in God then you are experiencing? Do you ever feel like sometimes you are on the edge of a break through and it just all fades away? Gets lost in the trials of life.

I’m Pressing In for the Prize… HHM Nov. 3, 2002 Pastor Jim Parisi Did you ever feel like that there is more in God then you are experiencing? Do you ever feel like sometimes you are on the edge of a break through and it just all fades away? Gets lost in the trials of life We know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11, James 1:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Striving For Excellence

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 4,606 views

This sermon was preached at our 15th anniversary to encourage us to become all that we can be.

Striving For Excellence 15th Anniversary 3/7/2004 Proverbs 6:6-12 Philippians 3:7-11 Text 3:12-14 Rick Let’s go to Forest Hills Park for our annual Church picnic for a moment. It’s a hot sunny day, and you notice ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Completing Joy Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 12, 2004

based on 15 ratings

| 4,714 views

The only thing that really matters in life is joyously moving forward in Christ to achieve the goal of perfection.

Many of you have probably already heard of ADD – Attention Deficit Disorder. However, many of you might not yet have heard of a new disorder that is being diagnosised. A serious illness of which I fear many of us may be suffering. It is called AAADD (Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder). ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-17

Denomination: United Methodist

I Can Do Everything Through Him Who Gives Me Strength Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2004

based on 17 ratings

| 11,690 views

Introducing the chapter of Romans in which he describes salvation as reconciliation, Paul says, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ (5:1 NIV). I want us to think about 5 A’s illu

Text: "I can do everything through him who gives me strength (Phil. 4:13 Niv). Scripture Reading: Philippians 3:3-4:20 Introduction Introducing the chapter of Romans in which he describes salvation as reconciliation, Paul says, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Setting The Right Goals In Life

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 25, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 22,212 views

This sermon helps believers set the goals necessary to become a "champion" in their Christian life.

“SETTING THE RIGHT GOALS IN LIFE” Phil. 3:12-21 INTRO – 2004 Summer Olympics taking place in Athens, Greece, this week. Been so much fun to watch these games and these athletes. Absolutely amazed at their abilities and dedication to their chosen sports and events. We’ve cheered them on like ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Just Keep Swimming

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

based on 7 ratings

| 4,094 views

Prayer is hard work, but as we die to ourselves, we gain resurrection life in it.

Philippians 3:7-14 – Just Keep Swimming Illustration: Dory encouraging Marlin to press on (from "Finding Nemo") Perseverance is an important quality in the life of a Christian. (read verses on perseverance) Perseverance comes from under going trials. In fact, it brings life as it flows from pain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Like A Baseball Game

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 1, 2004

based on 206 ratings

| 37,647 views

1- We’re on a team, so be a team player. 2- We have a coach, so listen to him. 3- We may get hurt, so what? Play anyway.

INTRO.- Everyone should have a goal in life. Goals give motivation to our lives whether it’s the game of baseball or the Christian life. ILL.- A little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through the backyard, wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat: "I’m the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14, 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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