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  • Shawn Drake avatar

    How To Enjoy Life- Enjoy People Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 6, 2024
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    This is the 193rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from Philippians.

    Series: Action [#193] HOW TO ENJOY LIFE- ENJOY PEOPLE Philippians 1:1-11 Introduction: Most Bible Scholars say that Paul wrote this letter to the Philippians at Acts 28:30. Acts 28:30-31 While Paul was under house arrest in Rome, he wrote this letter to the persecuted Christians in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Philippians 4:4-9 - How To Rejoice In The Lord Always

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2024
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    The Apostle Paul directs us to rejoice in the Lord always, but some days rejoicing is easier said than done. In this message we examine the framework to keep rejoicing regardless of your personal circumstances.

    The Apostle Paul, a little background—he's in prison. At some point, he realizes he's probably going to be put to death. When you read his resume of catastrophe, it's pretty impressive: shipwrecks, bitten by a snake, whipped, beaten, left for dead, threatened constantly. And yet, in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From Prison

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Jan 12, 2026
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    Paul wrote Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians while imprisoned in Rome, not knowing whether he would be released or executed (Phil 1:21-26). Despite his imprisonment and the cloud hanging over him, these three epistles were filled with hope and joy:

    LESSONS FROM PRISON The Attitude of Gratitude INTRODUCTION A. Some people perpetually cry, “Why me, Lord?” B. Paul wrote Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians while imprisoned in Rome, not knowing whether he would be released or executed (Phil 1:21-26). C. Despite his imprisonment and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Understand Death On This Side Of Eternity Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 24, 2024
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    Only as we include God and His Word can we have peace and hope. Psalm 116:15, “Precious in the sight of the Lord.”

    Paul spoke of our future home in 2 Corinthians 5:1-2, 6-8. Jesus spoke about our home in Heaven in John 14:1-6. I have often said, “Life is a continual adjustment, but not for the deceased.” They have made their last adjustment. Hebrews 9:27 says, “Once to die…” I wonder how many adjustments Martha ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Happiness Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 8, 2024
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    God is interested in your happiness. Psalm 1:1-3 gives us a foundation in which we can build a happy life.

    INTRODUCTION - This week, we will begin our third series in Core 52. - This series is entitled Singing the Sacred: - In the center of the Bible is the Book of Songs. - They cover various styles, moods, moments, and even instruments because they are the soundtrack of our spiritual lives. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Monica avatar

    Philippians 1:1-11

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Exposition on Philippians

    Philippians 1:1-11 Point | The key to our attitude to our situation, the world, and those around us is to walk in an intimate relationship with Jesus! Introduction: - Each epistle has its particular tone or “flavor.” Some are more corrective (see Galatians and 1 Corinthians), while others tend ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 1:12-20

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Exposition of Philippians

    Philippians 1:12 - 20 POINT | The goal of preaching Christ is bring glory and honor to his name while seeking no recognition for yourself. The theologian J.I. Packer once said, “The Christian motto should not be ‘let go and let God’ but trust God and get going.” Comparison & Motives; There ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 2:1-4

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians Exposition

    Philippians 2 Point - Your life will be defined by who you live for. Philippians 2:1-4 We all have agendas… When we realize God is ultimately in control and our lives are in His trustworthy hands, we can stop pushing our agenda. Instead of having a selfish, self-centered to-do list, we release ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 2:12-18

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians Exposition

    Philippians 2:12 - 18 Point | The work of salvation is about surrender not perfection 12-14: Our words reflect our hearts. The first step in combating a complaining attitude is to control what we allow our minds to focus on. This means taking every thought captive. The idea of working out your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 2:19-30

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians overview

    Philippians 2:19-30 POINT | The foundation for serving others well is loving God more. Did you hate doing chores when you were a kid? Did you do it with joy? Paul’s life at this point wasn’t going great by our standards—he was in the depth of persecution and was looking at death because of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 3:1-6

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians 3:1-6

    Philippians 3:1-6: The Point | Our joy comes from Jesus not circumstances. Paul appreciated his relationship with Jesus; perhaps this is because his relationship with Christ began when he (Paul) was at his worst. He did not deserve or could never earn the grace that God gave him. Yet, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 3:7-11

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,200 views

    Philippians 3:7-11

    Philippians 3:7-11 (Acts 9:1-9) The Point | What you value the most will determine how you live your life. ((Your values determine your direction)) This is, in my opinion, one of the most simple and beautiful pictures in all of scripture that gets to the heart of what our faith is all about. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 3:12-14

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians 3:12-14

    Philippians 3:12 - 14 “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” - Unknown The Point | What you pursue will determine your destiny.((Your pursuit determines your destiny)) Have you ever had a goal? Running the race is about the growth, not the completion. BT Running (2 miles in 18 minutes) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 3:15-21

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians 3:15-21

    Philippians 3:15 - 21 Point | Your focus determines your worship Paul, writing from jail, has been encouraging the church in Philippi to pursue and know Jesus. Now, Paul is pleading with them (crying) concerning their growth, maturity and behavior. Paul shares some of the warning signs and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Philippians 4:1-5

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024
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    Philippians 4:1-5

    Verses 4:1-5 The Point | No matter what is going on in our lives, we have reason to rejoice because of our relationship with Jesus. As Paul concludes his letter, he reminds the Philippians of an essential aspect of God’s character: “the God of peace.” In Greek, the word for peace is eirenes. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational