Sermons on Philippians 4:5-7:

The Practical Guide To Joyful Living Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2005

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

S – Seeking God's Will Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on May 2, 2005

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

Finding Peace Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 5, 2005

Everyone can find peace in the midst of anxiety.

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 6. Finding Peace Philippians 4:4-9 June 5/6, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: Everyone can find peace in the midst of anxiety. INTRO: There once was a king who announced a painting contest. He was building a new palace, and he wanted the main entrance hall to be decorated ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dark Side Of Doubt

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 11, 2005

A sermon on doubt (Material taken from Gary Habermas’ book, Dealing with Doubt)

It is one of the strangest phenomena that you could ever discover that in the Bible, from beginning to ending, there is never any argument, any defense, any presentation, any discussion concerning the existence and the reality and the being of God, never. God is just presented and that’s all; "In ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Peace That Keeps

Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 25, 2005

Learning to walk in the peace of God.

Philippians 4:6. Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. 7. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Have you ever stopped to consider ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finish Line 5: Hanging On Through Life's Turns Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Aug 1, 2005

This is the fifth message in my NASAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon a biblical pattern for dealing with stress in life. (05-08-05)

Hanging on Through Life’s Turns Philippians 4:4-9 **Special Note – I utilized Pastor Paul Fritz’s sermon entitled Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8 from sermoncentral.com. I adapted his study and many of his main points to my NASCAR themed message. I am very grateful to his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Unspeakable Joy

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. The Christian life should be a life characterized by JOY. a. This we believe & Bible affirms--Christians have every reason to be happy. 1) What should this happiness & joy look like? 2) Answer will depend on how you view Christian joy. b. Some feel that Christian joy should be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-6

How To Have The Serenity To Accept The Things You Cannot Change

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to Have the Serenity To Accept the Things You cannot Change, the Courage to Change the Things You Can and the Wisdom to Know the Difference - Phil. 4:6-9

How to Have the courage to change the things you can , the serenity to accept the things you cannot change and the wisdom to know the difference. Phil. 4:6-8 Illustration:I had no shoes and complained until I met a man who had no feet. Although it may be hard to admit, there are many things ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exhortations In Love

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Stand Fast (1-3) A.

Stand Fast (1-3) A. In the Lord 1. Brethren dearly beloved 2X 2. Joy and crown C. In the same mind I. In the work of reconciliation ÎYokefellowâ ö proper name (Syzygus) 1. Play on words I. Rejoice Fervently (4) A. Repeated twice 1. Nehemiah 12:43, "Also that day they offered great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Exhortations In Love

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Stand Fast (1-3) A.

Stand Fast (1-3) A. In the Lord 1. Brethren dearly beloved 2X 2. Joy and crown C. In the same mind I. In the work of reconciliation ÎYokefellowâ ö proper name (Syzygus) 1. Play on words I. Rejoice Fervently (4) A. Repeated twice 1. Nehemiah 12:43, "Also that day they offered great ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8

Paul’s Eight Point Stress Reduction Plan - Phil. 4:4-8 Illustration:Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing anything other than work 6. Sees ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8, Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Anxious For Nothing Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

Don’t let anxiety rule over you, but through prayer, supplication and thanksgiving bring your requests before God.

Be Anxious for Nothing Philippians 4:6-8 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. 8 Finally, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

No Long Faces Allowed!

Contributed by Russell Veldman on Oct 19, 2000

This sermon lifts out three markers for the Christian life from Philippians 4:4-9.

“No Long Faces Allowed!” Philippians 4:4-9 October 10, 1999 Introduction Can you pick a Christian out of a crowd of people? Maybe not, unless the crowd in doing something clearly wicked and there is one person who is not participating, which might suggest that they are a Christian. But ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Methodist

From Saving And Managing To Redeeming Time

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Nov 15, 2000

We tend to focus on saving and managing time, but God calls us to redeem time.

FROM SAVING AND MANAGING TO REDEEMING TIME In a lifetime the average North American will spend: Six months sitting at stoplights Eight months opening junk mail One year looking for misplaced objects 2 years unsuccessfully returning phone calls 5 years waiting in line 6 years eating 21 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Methodist

Thought Hygiene

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 27, 2000

Helpful hints for controling our thoughts

Thought Hygiene Philippians 4:1-9 1. Acknowledge Evil Thoughts ·(Titus 1:15-16) Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled. They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist