Sermons on Philippians 4:11-16:

When God Says No

Contributed by Brad Stone on Sep 19, 2020

We never like to accept a "No" answer in our life, especially in prayer, but the fact is that there are times God replies to us with a firm No because He wants to reveal to us a deeper plan.

When we were children, we never liked hearing the word 'No' when we ask our parents for something. We felt as though our every wish should be granted. If you say otherwise, we can pray later. Frankly, as adults, we feel the same way. We do not like to be told no in regards to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, Romans 8:28, Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 11:40, John 14:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 3, 2020

This message explores the reasons we have to give God thanks. Our choice to give God thanks should not rest on Him doing something for us - but for what He has already done through His Son and what He continues to do.

Thanksgiving Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4; Psalm 107:8, 15; First Thessalonians 5:18 The title of my message this morning is “Thanksgiving.” This has been a difficult year and some people may be struggling with the idea of being thankful. The Covid-19 pandemic has reaped havoc on the lives of many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1-4, Psalm 107:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hey! That's Not Fair Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 3, 2020

How Is It fair to throw the poor guy out in the street?

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Course 2020 I encountered today’s Gospel for the first time when I was a teenager. I’m sure I’d heard it in Church before, but it was a Scripture course and I wanted to learn as much as I could. But when I read the punch line, right at the end where Jesus quotes this king ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-10, Philippians 4:12-20, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

The Extraordinary Wedding Feast

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 4, 2020

We repent and show in our character and conduct that we are invited guests to enjoy the eternal life in the kingdom of God.

The Extraordinary Wedding Feast Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 25:6-9, Philippians 4:12-14, Philippians 4:19-20. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today, we have the text from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 22:1-14) for our reflection: “Jesus again in reply spoke to the chief priests and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 25:6-9, Philippians 4:12-14, Philippians 4:19-20

Denomination: Other

Live Simply Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 18, 2019

When we realize that we have enough, we are freed from the merry-go-round of chasing after more.

November 17, 2019 Stewardship Week Three Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 4:10-13; Luke 20:45-21:4 “Live Simply” Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “For I have learned to be content with whatever I have.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus, I'm Just Not Feeling It #4 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 25, 2019

Christians serve one another and suffer with one another.

Over the last three weeks, we have been walking through the book of Philippians in a message series we have entitled “Jesus, I’m just not feeling it.” We have been on this journey together because we know that we all have gone through or will go through times when, well, we just not feeling it too. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Find Joy In The Journey Through The Promises Of God - Sermon 13 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 8, 2019

God has given us promises in the Bible, there are between 5,467-8,810 depending on scholars, which when embraced and put into action help us to participate in the divine nature of God.

Movie illustration: The Greatest Promise: John 3:16 Series: Find Joy in the Journey in 2019 Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are born again believers. We must put ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Directions For Living The Dream

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 8, 2021

Living the dream generally means that someone is living his or her best life; that he or she is achieving the goals he wants to achieve; that he has all the material comforts and/or relationships that he wants to have with no regrets. Listen to Joshua take.

Directions for Living the Dream Joshua 24:13-24 "And I have given you a land for which ye did not labour, and cities which ye built not, and ye dwell in them; of the vineyards and oliveyards which ye planted not do ye eat. 14 Now therefore fear the LORD, and serve him in sincerity and in ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:13-24, Philippians 4:12, 1 Timothy 6:6-8, Deuteronomy 4:23-24, Deuteronomy 8:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Giving Thanks To God!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 9, 2021

The following sermon is a prayer reflecting but a mere ten things from God’s holy word that we as His people want to offer as a “sweet fragrance” unto our Lord, Savior, King!

Giving Thanks to God! Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Thanksgiving is yet upon us and though we desperately want to express an “attitude of gratitude” for all our Lord has done, painfully and filled with great shame we must admit we struggle to present to our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:11-13, Ephesians 3:20, Philippians 4:6-7, Ephesians 1:3, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Matthew 6:25-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Are You One Of God’s Dependents?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Every year folks make preparations to fill out their tax returns. It is something that we are forced to do, even though many times we disagree with how our tax money is being spent.

Illus: I heard about a letter that was sent to a taxpayer from the IRS: "I'm afraid we can't allow you to deduct last year's tax as a bad investment." Illus: Much has been said about paying taxes: • April is always a difficult month for Americans. Even if your ship comes ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Singing In The Rain…

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Introduction: I want to preach a sermon called, “Singing in the Rain.” The words “Singing In The Rain…” come from a famous song sung by Donald O’ Conner. The idea of course is that we often plan things in life and then the rain comes and spoils those plans.

Illus: Possibly: • We are going to watch a parade, but the rain comes and spoils our parade • We are going on a picnic in the park with our family, but once we spread the lunch, the rain begins and ruins our picnic If we are going to be successful in this life spiritually, THE RAIN WILL CERTAINLY ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Love My Church- Giving (Stewardship) Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 7, 2019

Sermon 3 of the "I Love My Church" series. This sermon was created by the author and not part of the packet given for the series.

I Love My Church Stewardship CCCAG March 17h, 2019 Scripture- Philippians 4:10-19 Intro: “Spring time in the Coulee Region” It's been a pretty eventful winter hasn't? Everybody so anxious for spring to get here we started to see some of it this week. This last week we lost over 75% of our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Givers By Choice Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Giving is one of the key ways to produce encouragement. Givers create grateful hearts, and the world can never have too many grateful hearts.

Winston Churchill use to love to tell the story about the family who were having a picnic by the lake, and the little boy fell into the water by accident. The family did not see it, but a stranger passing by saw the boy slip under the water, and fully clothed, he leaped into the lake and rescued ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Thankful, Even In The Hard Times

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 20, 2014

Paul writes to the church and to us that we can be content and happy and thankful, even in the hard times in our lives. Jesus models this thankfulness even when death on a cross is eminent.

Giving Thanks, Even In The Hard Times Philippians 4: 10-13 Intro: The day before Thanksgiving an elderly man in Phoenix called his son in New York and said to him, "I hate to ruin your day, but I have to tell you that your mother and I are divorcing; 45 years of misery is enough. We’re sick ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

I Believe God

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016

The writer of Hebrews said, “But without faith it is impossible to please him”

I BELIEVE GOD Philippians 4:13 The writer of Hebrews said, “But without faith it is impossible to please him” (Heb. 11:6). Not only do we exercise faith for salvation, but we must walk by faith. Paul said, “As ye have therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist