Sermons on Philippians 4:6-8:

How To Have A Joyful Life

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Apr 2, 2007

Most people spend their lives searching for happiness. Joyful living is optimal. Sermon explores four ways how to have a joyful life.

How to Have A Joyful Life If you ask people what they want out of life, they will tell you that they just want to be happy. I wonder this means. Think about a moment. What makes you happy? Personally, all the things that make me happy are dependent on other people, and other things that are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Orthodox

Un Espiritu Correcto

Contributed by Juan Garcia on Apr 3, 2007

No importa nuestro trasfondo, cultura o temperamento, todos vamos a enfrentar presiones de la vida. Tenemos que enfrentar presión en la vida. Nosotros nunca vamos a poder cambiar las presiones de la vida; pero sí somos responsables de la manera que reac

Introducción: No importa nuestro trasfondo, cultura o temperamento, todos vamos a enfrentar presiones de la vida. Tenemos que enfrentar presión en la vida. Nosotros nunca vamos a poder cambiar las presiones de la vida; pero sí somos responsables de la manera que reaccionamos a la ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Personal Responsibility: The Power Of One Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Oct 9, 2006

Based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smalley. Are there some people you would like to change? Who wouldn’t! The problem is, we cannot change anyone but ourselves through the power of the Holy Spirit.

PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY: THE POWER OF ONE The DNA of Relationships (part 2) A. We are continuing our series on The DNA of RELATIONSHIPS based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. ILLUSTRATION: There was young rookie preacher asked to officiate a WEDDING for the first time. He was rather NERVOUS ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Can Relieve Stress Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006

This third message shows us how we can relieve stress in our lives

THE IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER Part three “Prayer Can Relive Stress” Adapted from a message by Wayne Field Philippians 4:6-7 September 3, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing our series on the importance of prayer. So far we have seen the benefits of powerful ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Worry Free

Contributed by Donato Solano on Nov 11, 2006

God is always near! He is always present.

INTRODUCTION Rejoice! The LORD is near! I. THERE ARE NO REASONS TO BE ANXIOUS, 6a A. Stand firm in the Lord, 4:1 (James 1:2) B. You are love forever, 4:3 C. Show gentleness in everything, 4:5 II. THERE ARE NO PRAYERS TO BE UNANSWERED, 6b A. Do not entertain any doubt in your mind, 4:8-9 B. Learn ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice! Seven Words To Live By

Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 11, 2006

Message focuses on how we can be joyful in this world. (Thanksgiving Message)

Rejoice! Seven Words to Live By Philippians 4:4-9 Pastor Don Jones Introduction The last few weeks we have been looking at God’s Word concerning the abundant life. Stand on the solid rock Jesus Christ, love the Lord, love others, and today rejoice. Philippians 4:4 says, Rejoice in the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Mans Way And Gods Way!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 9, 2006

PRAYER MANS WAY AND GODS WAY! Showing what man says and does with prayer and cotrast it with Gods way and purpose in our lives.

PRAYER MAN’S WAY AND GODS WAY! I. Man says: We get an answer now and then: A. God wants to answer all the time (Jer 33:3 KJV) Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. (Luke 11:9 KJV) And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

"A Pathway To Peace” (Advent)

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

This is the season of Peace. Peace on earth, good will toward men. Peace is the most sought-after ‘commodity’ in our hectic lives. Mankind will go to great lengths to compromise for the sake of peace.

Biblical Text: Philippians 4:1-9 “Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my dearly beloved. I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that they be of the same mind in the Lord. And I intreat thee also, true yokefellow, help those women ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trash In Trash Out

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Sep 27, 2006

PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to be proactive in controlling the things they meditate upon and speak forth.

TRASH IN TRASH OUT Philippians 4:8,9 TEXT: (NKJV) Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Nazarene

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

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 9, 2006

Although it may be hard to admit, there are many things that we cannot change. No matter how hard you try some people resist change; some organizations refuse to admit problems and some leaders refuse to listen to advice. Instead, of consistently beating

How To Have the Serenity To Accept the Things You Cannot Change (Phil. 4:6-9) Although it may be hard to admit, there are many things that we cannot change. No matter how hard you try some people resist change; some organizations refuse to admit problems and some leaders refuse to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Christ- Part 4 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jun 2, 2006

In today’s text, Paul challenges followers of Jesus to “rejoice in the Lord” even when their surroundings are less than ideal.

LIVING IN CHRIST- Part 4 (Philippians 1:12-26; 2:1-13; 3:7-21; 4:4-19) Part 4 REJOICING IN CHRIST Philippians 4:4-13 June 2006 Introduction Three weeks ago we began a series of messages to explain the Biblical basis on what it means to give Christ a position of primary importance in our life, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Worry - Be Happy

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 5, 2006

The Lord wants us to pray instead of worrying. And we are supposd to lay our anxieties upon Him, and when we do, we are supposed to leave them there with Him, too.

Several years ago, I had the chance to speak to a young lady at a shelter in Phoenix, Arizona. She had no job, no place to stay, no money, and no food. But she did have a husband. He was in prison for many years to come. On top of all that, she had a liver disease that was slowly taking her ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: *other

Preventive Prayer And Being Free From Anxiety And Worry

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 8, 2006

How to pray in the right way

Isn’t it strange how a 20-dollar bill seems like such a large amount when you donate it to church, but such a small amount when you go shopping? Isn’t it strange how 2 hours seem so long when you’re at church, and how short they seem when you’re watching a good movie? Isn’t it strange that you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

People.calm

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jun 25, 2006

Too often God’s design for victorious living is replaced with fear, depression and anxiety. What can be done about it?

My preparation took some interesting twists and turns – where I started on Tuesday morning is not where I ended up last night! I feel drawn to today’s subject and couldn’t seem to get around it. I trust this as God’s leading and proceed accordingly. Whoever you are this is for you from God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

'talking With God' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 25, 2006

Fourth in the series of Christian basics entitled firm foundations this one is called ’Talkling with God.’

Phil 4:4 – 7. Talking to God You might remember the song by Bobby Mcferrin ‘Don’t worry, be happy!’ We find that most people worry unnecessary Statistics show that; 40% worry over things that don’t happen; 30% of people worry over the past that can’t be changed. 12% worry about untrue criticism ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Baptist