Sermons on Philippians
Do I know Jesus? Do I know His Sacrifice?
Do I know Jesus? Do I know His Sacrifice? Philippians 2:5-11 5 You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.6 Though he was God,[a]he did not think of equality with Godas something to cling to.7 Instead, he gave up his divine privileges[b];he took the humble position of a slave[c]and was born as a human being.When he appeared in human form,[d]8 he humbled himself in obedience to Godand died a criminal’s death on a cross.9 Therefore, God elevated him…
Is my Time Well Spent?
I Know Jesus… But do I know Jesus? …Do I Know Jesus?Is my Time Well Spent?How do we spend our time?-Work, Sleep, Entertainment, Phone, Family…How can we truly know Jesus?Examples of those who knew God-Moses – Exodus 24:12-18-David – Psalm 23-The Disciples – Matthew 4:18-22-Paul – Acts 20:7-12-They all prioritized spending time with the LordHow much of your day are you spending with the Lord?-Prayer, worship, listening, praising…God desires to have a relationship with each one of us-John 15:4-James 4:8How…
When Ambition Replaces a Calling
Broken People, Faithful God Fearful Faith and a Faithful God Judges 6 & 7 43 “When an evil spirit leaves a person, it goes into the desert, seeking rest but finding none. 44 Then it says, ‘I will return to the person I came from.’ So it returns and finds its former home empty, swept, and in order. 45 Then the spirit finds seven other spirits more evil than itself, and they all enter the person and live there. And…
What are you thankful for?
Thanksgiving Message What are you thankful for?1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. FamilyHealthGood relationshipsProvision of finances What if those things are lost to us? Paul-Stoned and left for dead; Acts 14:19-20-Imprisoned; Acts 21:26-36-Shipwrecked; Acts 27:27-44-Bitten by a poisonous snake; Acts 28:1-5 External focus instead of a focus on current circumstances Constant and Eternal Truths-Made in the image of…
The End of the Search
The End of the SearchEcclesiastes 11-12Under the SunThe Wearisomeness of Life; -Life is an ADVENTURE—live by faith (Ecclesiastes 11:1-6)–The Merchant (Ecclesiastes 11:1-2)–The Farmer (Ecclesiastes 11:3-6)—Galatians 6:7-9The Certainty of Death; -Life is a GIFT—enjoy it (Ecclesiastes 11:7-12:7)–Rejoice (Ecclesiastes 11:7-9)—Lamentations 3:22-24–Remove (Ecclesiastes 11:10)—Matthew 6:27; Philippians 4:6-7–Remember (Ecclesiastes 12:1-7)—Matthew 6:23; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58The Vanity of Wisdom; -Life is a School—learn your lessons (Ecclesiastes 12:8-12)–2 Timothy 3:16-17; Hebrews 4:12The Ineffectiveness of Wealth; Life is a STEWARDSHIP—fear God (Ecclesiastes 12:13-14)–Fear God (Ecclesiastes 12:13)-–Proverbs 9:10—”The remarkable…
The Counter-Cultural King
The Counter-Cultural King CULTURE:“The complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, customs and any other capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society.” E.B. Tylor Additional Verses Jesus feeds the 5,000 COMMUNION
The Servant King
Advent 2024 History of the Israelites 1 “Look at my servant, whom I strengthen. He is my chosen one, who pleases me.I have put my Spirit upon him. He will bring justice to the nations.2 He will not shout or raise his voice in public.3 He will not crush the weakest reed or put out a flickering candle. He will bring justice to all who have been wronged.4 He will not falter or lose heart until justice prevails throughout the…
Thankful for You
Thankful for You James 1:22Philippians 1:3-11 -When I Think of You (vv.3-6)–The Past—Lydia; Demon-Possessed Girl; The Jailor–Currently—Philippians 4:2-3;Philippians 3:12-16; Philippians 1:6-Special Place in My Heart (vv.7-6)–Colossians 3:12-17; Ephesians 4:1-6; 1 Peter 4:8; Philippians 1:8-Praying for You (vv.9-11)–Philippians 1:9-11–your love will overflow more and more–growing in knowledge and understanding–understand what really matters–always be filled with the fruit of your salvation–righteous character produced in your life by Jesus Christ “In ordinary life we hardly realize that we receive a great deal more…
Building God’s Church
Building God’s Church (Study of Haggai)1 John 4:15-21 Haggai 1:2, 4, 5, 7 What is happening to them?-”planted much but harvest little”-”eat but are not satisfied”-”drink but are still thirsty”-”put on clothes but cannot keep warm”-”Your wages disappear as though you were putting them in pockets filled with holes” Haggai 1:7-11 What is happening to us? 1 Corinthians 3:10-17 “We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant…
But GOD
But GOD (Study of Genesis) For you will certainly carry out God’s purpose, however you act, but it makes a difference to you where you serve like Judas or like John. -C.S.Lewis; The Problems of Pain JosephGenesis 43:15-34-Tattletale Dreamer-Egyptian Slave2 Corinthians 7:10 “For the kind of sorrow God wants us to experience leads us away from sin and results in salvation.”-Egyptian PrisonerGenesis 41:38 So Pharaoh asked his officials, “Can we find anyone else like this man so obviously filled with…
The Crucified Life
The Crucified Life; Philippians 1:6 1. What do you think of Christ?-If Jesus is not Lord of your life. Then He is not your Savior!2. What are you going to do about it? Identity is in ChristJoshua 1:6-91st – Be Strong & Courageous-God has a purpose for your life-The Promise of God2nd – Be Strong & Very Courageous-The Word of God-Hebrews 4:123rd – Be Strong & Courageous-Derek Redmond-The Presence of God-Proverbs 24:16Less than 1% of couples who pray together on…
Why Should I Be Thankful?
Questions “16 Always be joyful. 17 Never stop praying. 18 Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NLT) “4 Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice! 5 Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon.[a] 6 Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for…