Sermons on Philippians 4:5-9:

Don't Be Anxious, Pray!

Contributed by Lynwood Morriss on Sep 22, 2004

To beat anxiety, Paul gives us three things that we must do. Prayer is only the first.

I. Intro: Paul Knew Anxiety Acts 28: House arrest in Rome. But look what he went through to get there. Acts 21:27 -32 Paul arrives in Jerusalem the whole city erupts in violence. Acts22: 22 ff Speaks to the crowds at the end they shout “Rid the earth of him, he’s not fit to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Antidote For Worry

Contributed by Barry Stone on Jan 19, 2006

It is a short message on the subject of worry.

Introduction: “Every system in your body is affected by worry.” (McCoy, www.pioneerthing.com/trauma.html,1) It can affect your breathing, liver, stomach and even your skin through rash or itch. In one website, they asked the question what should you do to conquer worry? I found it interesting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

What's On Your Mind

Contributed by James May on Feb 4, 2006

A message for the youth of our day concerning the power of violent video games to control their mind and heart.

WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND? Youth Rally – February 4, 2005 By Pastor Jim May I’m going to speak about a very popular subject today, and in so doing, I know that I may well make myself one of the most unpopular people in the church with our youth. The subject matter is on the mind of every youth in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Answer For Anxiety

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 5, 2006

The biblical answer for Anxiety. Seek first God’s Kingdom. Be anxious for nothing by being prayerful about everything.

Intro: How many of you woke up today and said to yourself, “Today self I think I will have a hot cup of anxiety, some fried anxiety as well as a piece of toasted anxiety.” Well of course probably none of you! But the reality is that anxiety as we commonly use the term is a part of many Americans ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Go On? Funeral!!

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 7, 2006

FUNERAL for a person when you’re not sure of their salvation.

- Philippians 4:4-8 Today we gather to say goodbye to ____________, a lady some knew as _________, some knew as Mama, and others of us called __________. Funerals are never fun, especially when it’s for someone who has meant so much to so many. We remember that Jesus Himself was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Revival Of The Mind Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 13, 2006

How the you think is so important. It is important because how you think forms your character. There needs to be a revival of the mind.

You have an amazing machine inside your head we call the brain. You may not have a high IQ, maybe only average or even below average intelligence. But your brain is still something amazing. Did you know that inside the skull of your head is more information stored than in the library of congress ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

La Actitud De Un Adorador

Contributed by Juan Garcia on May 2, 2006

Dios nos creo con el proposito de adorarle. Nuestra vida debe ser una expresion de adoracion. A veces no tenemos la actitud correcta.

Introducción: Quisiera hablar hoy acerca de nuestras actitudes. Las palabras ‘actitud’ y ‘altitud’ son muy parecidas. Esto es por lo similares que son. Nuestra actitud medirá nuestra altitud. Mientras más gozosos seamos, mas niveles en el Señor experimentaremos. Nuestros éxitos en la vida ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stress

Contributed by Joshua Bowers on May 7, 2006

The answer to the question of "How do I deal with Stress?"

I am sure that I am the only one here who ever slips up and allows stress to get to me. I know I am probably the only one who ever works hard to cover it all up and show one person on the outside while inside there is something completely different going on. To describe what I mean let’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

We Stand On Guard For Thee!

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on May 7, 2006

The seed of all actions and behaviour are born in the mind and it is the birth of these thoughts that give permission to our deeds and choices. If we can guard the mind, claiming the capacities of intellect for God, there is nothing that can defeat us!

Title is taken from our National Anthem – e.g. we’ll stand on guard for Canada! I’ve borrowed the line in reference to our pledged allegiance to guard our minds for God. Our minds belong to him; our bodies belong to him; the seed of all actions and behaviour are born in the mind and it is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Keep The Fire Lit

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

We’re going to look at how to live a blessed or privileged life.

INTRO: I was living in Kearney, Nebraska, just graduated from the university with finance degree, Tammy was finishing her degree, and Felicia was around a year old. The doctors, several months earlier, informed us her heart was enlarged and beating too fast because of some heart condition that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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

The High Calling Of Work Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

What woulf happen if we made Philippians 4:8 our job description?

The High Calling of Work Philippians 4:8 An employee bulletin board contained the following memo: “In case of fire, flee the building with the same reckless abandon that occurs each day at quitting time!” From Marketing Daily 5/7/07: 64% of U.S. workers enjoy their work a great deal, and 29% ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Getting Peace About Witnessing

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Sep 15, 2007

Witnessing is a must from the Great Commission

Getting Peace about Witnessing Philippians 4:6-9 Fear Is an Enemy of Us All Fear: the first evidence of the fall (Gen. 3:10) Fear keeps many from salvation Afraid God doesn’t love them Afraid their sins are too serious to be forgiven Afraid of public opinion Fear keeps many believers from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Worry, Be Prayerful

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 7, 2007

Trouble will come in life - that’s a promise from God. But you don’t have to let trouble overcome you. Here are four truths you need to learn to make it through in the day of trouble.

DON’T WORRY, BE PRAYERFUL KEY TEXT: “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Phil. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: *other