Sermons about Philippians 4:4-12

God's Purpose In Good And Bad

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 15, 2004

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God has a purpose for us in both good times and bad.

INTRO.- ILL.- One man said, “After finishing an out-of-town errand, I discovered that my car wouldn’t start because it was out of gas. A passer-by told me there was a service station a half-mile away, so I took a gas can from the trunk and trudged the distance in the sweltering sun. “The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do We Need To Pray?

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004

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The Bible gives the reasons for us to pray in this marvelous passage on prayer.

“Why Do We Need To Pray?” Philippians 4:6-7 A. The PRESCRIPTION for prayer. (v. 6) 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18; Colossians 4:2; 1 Peter 4:7 1. So as to avoid PREOCCUPATION. (v. 6a) be careful for nothing Daniel 3:16; Matthew 6:25-34; 10:19; Luke 10:41 2. So that we may bring our PLEAS in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Rewind Your Mind: Does God Care What I Watch?

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Apr 9, 2005

based on 54 ratings

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The media is everywhere around us, shaping our culture & guiding teens in the way theythink, act, dress, watch. It’s like living in a maze. What is wrong; what is right? This sermon looks at these questions through the lens of God’s unchanging word.

REWIND YOUR MIND: DOES GOD CARE WHAT I WATCH? Philippians 4:8, …fix your thoughts on what is true and honorable and right. Think about things that are pure and lovely and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. NLT Intro: The media is everywhere around us, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Holiness

Crafting A Contented Family Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 18, 2005

based on 16 ratings

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3rd of 6 on Family. This message is based on the precept of being a contented person. Several points came from a message by Timothy Smith on Sermon Central about "The Contented Family"

Last week we looked at the 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and we learned how there are four building blocks to growing children into Godly men and women. Indeed – what we learned is that these four building blocks are the necessary steps for our own selves becoming Godly men and women. Today we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Proven Strategy For Increasing Your Happiness Series

Contributed by Dave Weidlich on Apr 21, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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"You and I were created for joy, and if we miss it, we miss the reason for our existence.” The findings of "Positive Psychology" researchers are remarkably similar to what the Bible teaches about finding happiness.

"You and I were created for joy, and if we miss it, we miss the reason for our existence.” That’s what it said in the book I pulled from the bookstore shelf, You Gotta Keep Dancin’. The subtitle really intrigued me. It said, "In the midst of life’s hurts, you can choose joy!" Well I wasn’t very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Practical Guide To Joyful Living Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2005

based on 76 ratings

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8 Concepts towards having joy in your life. This chapter is jam-packed with jewels of verses to encourage you and give you peace in the midst of life’s storms.

I love how Paul can, in a part of the letter that seems like just the "sincerely" section - throw out some absolutely incredible gems! Work on Earth - Live for Heaven 1 Therefore, my brothers, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you should stand firm in the Lord, dear ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-24

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 1, 2005

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(1) Contentment has to be learnt, and (2) it cannot be found in possessions. (3) True contentment can only be found in Christ.

Today we want to talk about contentment. The lack of contentment is one of the reasons why many people, including Christians, do not have joy in life. We feel that we do not have enough. Something is always lacking. And we have to get it in order to feel fulfilled and happy. A few years ago, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

S – Seeking God's Will Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 2, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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Series nspired by a short book by E.W. Price Jr.

Sermon Series: “The A.C.T.S. of Prayer” (Inspired by a short book by E.W. Price Jr.) Sermon #3: “S – Seeking God’s Will” Series Text: Acts 1:14 Today’s Text: Philippians 4:6-7 OPENING JOKE: “A prayer for patience from a new wife” Lord, I pray for Wisdom – to understand my husband; Love – to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Satisfied Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on May 13, 2005

based on 47 ratings

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Contentment is something that we all strive for, the problem is that the world tells us to all look in the wrong place, so we either become apathetic where we don’t feel anything or we spend our lives thinking you know if I only

Being Satisfied Philippians 4:10-13 If you have your Bibles with you this morning please hold it up high where we can all see it. Now that you have held it up I want you to open it up and read with me today one of the hardest passages in the whole Bible. It not difficult because it is filled with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flashfloods, Firestorms, Tornadoes, Tsunami's, Hurricanes, Suffering And Other "acts” Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 1, 2005

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A multi-part message series on understanding God’s within the context of suffering.

Since time began, there have been countless natural and human-made disasters so horrendous that they have caused grief and suffering beyond belief. Every human on Earth has experienced suffering to one extent or another. It may have been through quiet tears shed in the silence of the night as they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Philippians 4:7, John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice About It

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Jan 23, 2005

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Every person should rejoice in Jesus.

Rejoice About It Philippians 4:4 January 23, 2005 – Vision Sunday Subject: Rejoicing Central Theme: When should we rejoice? Objective: Every person should rejoice because of three D’s of Jesus. Introduction: Today is a day that I have been looking forward to for some time. I enjoy being able to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: *other

Mastering Attitudes

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jan 30, 2005

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We all probably know someone that has a bad attititude about life! Aren’t they annoying! Learn why our attitudes in life really do make a difference!

Mastering Attitudes Philippians 4:8 1. The Consideration of Our Attitude. We all probably know someone that has a bad attititude about life! Aren’t they annoying! I still remember last year when I went to Washington D.C. on a Pastor’s tour of the Capital. At the airport standing in line to check ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Changes Things Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 5, 2005

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Prayer shouold be an effective tool in your Christian walk.

Prayer Changes Things Pt. 1 Philippians 4:6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7. and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reaching Your Potential

Contributed by Brian Mccutchen on Feb 8, 2005

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Our potential is only limited by what we believe we cannot do!

Reaching Your Potential Philippians 4:10-13 Introduction: A. Our potential is only limited by what we believe we cannot do! B. E. Paul Hovey once said: "A Blind man’s world is bound by the limits of his touch; an ignorant man’s world is bound by the limits of his knowledge; a great man’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Got Stress?”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

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The three major stresses that everybody faces are: 1. RELATIONAL STESS – family, friends, neighbors 2. FINANCIAL STRESS - #1 cause of divorce 3. OCCUPATIONAL STRESS – the people you work with, benefits – security

"The population of this country is 200 million. 84 million are retired. That leaves 116 million to do the work. There are 75 million in school, which leaves 41 million to do the work. Of this total, there are 22 million employed by the federal government. "That leaves 19 million to do the work. 4 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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