Sermons on Philippians Studies:

Philippians And Stress 4: Performance-Driven Stress Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 26, 2020

Performance-driven stress is overcome by a clearer focus on Christ. Not pressure to perform, but passion to take hold of the prize.

PHILIPPIANS AND STRESS: PERFORMANCE-BASED STRESS—Philippians 3:1-21 As we read Philippians, we have been focusing on how to handle stress. One of the biggest sources of stress is pressure to perform. It starts with children: “Be a good boy.” “Be a nice girl.” “Make Dad proud.” “Don’t make us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Turning Over A New Leaf (Philippians 3)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

TURNING OVER INTO A NEW LEAF (PHILIPPIANS 3)

TURNING OVER A NEW LEAF (PHILIPPIANS 3) A Protestant moved into a completely Catholic community. Being good Catholics they welcomed him into their community. But, also because they were good Catholics they did not eat red meat on Fridays. So when their neighbor began barbecuing some juicy steak on ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Knowing Jesus Matters - Philippians, Part 7 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 11, 2022

Think of your most favorite possession, if that were taken away for the sake of the Gospel, would you be OK with it? This is the calling and the encouragement of Paul's letter.

“Knowing Jesus Matters” - Philippians, Part 7 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 7 Philippians 3:5-14 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the Gospel personal, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Road To Heaven - Philippians 3:12-14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 10, 2022

After speaking against legalism in the first half of the chapter, Paul now warns against the opposite error: quietism. Not even Paul has gotten to a place where he can coast. The race goes until you die.

Philippians 3:12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. 13 Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

The Family Business - Philippians 1: 3-6 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 10, 2022

Jesus uses this idea of business and this idea of work to describe our vocation as well. He says about us – “I want you to believe in the word I sent so that you can do greater works than these.” Works in business.

There's only one story about Jesus when he was a child. He was twelve years old at the time and he got separated from the group. The parents were anxious, the Bible said, and so they go and they find him. And here's what Jesus said. He said to them, “Why are you looking for me? Don't ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Giving For Love - Philippians 4:10-14 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 16, 2022

How to become generous by learning contentment

Philippians 4:10 I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know what it is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Making The Gospel Personal, Philippians Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2022

Making the Gospel personal means that we are to be found doing the work set before us. It means that we, as Christians, are in this together – but not for our ego, desire, or needs - but to see salvation given to all.

“Making the Gospel Personal” Philippians Sermon Series, Part 1 Philippians 1:1-11 Introduction - Today we begin our series in Philippians, want you to be as excited as I am! -- This is a great book of discipleship; prayerfully help us draw closer to Christ - Brief set up: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, John 15:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being A Prisoner Of The Gospel - Philippians, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2022

So many today are living for themselves and for their honor and glory. Paul teaches, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain". We need to understand that life is never about us, but about Jesus!

“Being a prisoner of the Gospel” Philippians Sermon Series, Part 2 Philippians 1:12-26 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from last week: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the Gospel personal, because it is! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26, Romans 8:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living With The Right Attitude - Philippians, Part 3 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 16, 2022

Our attitude is affected by obedience, which begins with the individual before the community can be served. Then, once you submit, you can be used to serve the greater community to lead others to Christ!

“Living with the Right Attitude” - Philippians, Part 3 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 3 Philippians 1:27 – 2:4 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30, Philippians 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 6:20, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Rejoice Always - Philippians 4:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 13, 2025

In Christ, joy is not optional—it’s essential. It’s a witness to the world that our God is greater than our circumstances.

Go! And Rejoice Always Philippians 4:4 (NLT) – “Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!” Introduction: A Command That Seems Impossible If I were to stand before you today and say, “Be joyful—always,” some of you might smile politely, while others might think, “Dean, that’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Habakkuk 3:17-18, John 15:9-11, Nehemiah 8:10, Romans 5:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Healthy Church: One That Studies Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 25, 2004

What is the application for our church? My thought for you today is a very simple one: a healthy church is one that studies the Bible.

HEALTHY CHURCH: ONE THAT STUDIES HEBREWS 4:12-13 INTRODUCTION READ HEBREWS 4:12-13 I. DESCRIPTION OF THE WORD OF GOD I must confess that I love this passage because it is so descriptive about God’s Word. We have in this passage a wonderful picture of God’s Word and its purposes in our lives. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Study The Word To Avoid The Absurd

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

There are all kinds of teaching available to us today, but God's Word will keep us from getting trapped and wrapped up in teaching that is contradictory to His Truth.

STUDY THE WORD To Avoid The Absurd 1 Timothy 4:1-11 He was born deep in the heart of Texas, San Antonio to be exact. His daddy was a preacher who had a gift for communicating God's Word, and the people would come from near and far to hear him Sunday after Sunday. The family moved from San ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Study The Bible (2)

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 28, 2002

Many people are not studying the Bible because they don’t know how! This outline offers some guidelines. This is essentially the same as How To Study The Bile but goes into a little more depth.

How To Study The Bible Guidelines Introduction "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15) There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Study 7 - Jesus At The Centre Series

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Feb 8, 2002

Study 7 - St. John`s Gospel and his letters countering false teaching about Jesus

The Jehovah`s Witnesses have vacillated in their teaching down the years between calling Jesus a man, and calling Him a god. It is quite evident that the Bible sees Him as far greater than just a man (although it does see Him as totally and completely Man), and present day Witnesses accept this, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Study 8 - Willing To Struggle? Series

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Feb 13, 2002

Study 8 - Are you willing to struggle with the real meat of Christian teaching?

"God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit". It`s a strange formula, and one which many Christians prefer to accept on trust rather than struggle with it to see how it could possibly be like that. The Jehovah`s Witnesses say it has no foundation in Scripture, and is, in fact, of demonic ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican