I. Living through and Triumphing Over Our Circumstances - Phil 4:10-13
A. Paul expresses his gratitude for the gift that he had been sent
B. Paul speaks about his attitude toward material gain
C. Paul relates the variety of conditions he had experienced
D. Paul shares the secret of contentment
II. Sharing Our Resources with Others - Phil 4:14-23
A. The Philippians gave more than was expected
B. Paul experienced joy when he had received their gift
C. Paul related that those who give are as blessed as those who
receive
III. A Challenge
I. There is to be stability - Philippians 4:1
II. There is to be unity - Philippians 4:2-3
III. There is to be joy - Philippians 4:4-5
IV. There is to be freedom from worry - Philippians 4:6-9
V. A Challenge
I. The Way of Self - Philippians 3:18-19
II. The Way of the Cross - Philippians 3:17, 20-21
III. A Challenge
I. Dissatisfaction - Philippians 3:12
II. Dedication - Philippians 3:13a
III. Not Haunted by the Past - Philippians 3:13b
IV. Have a Goal - Philippians 3:14
V. Keep the Rules - Philippians 3:15-16
VI. A Challenge
I. Background
II. A Declaration that There is Only One God
III. A Command to Declare
IV. A God to Share with Our Families
V. Why is This So Important?
VI. A Challenge
I. A Sermon Worth Repeating - Philippians 3:1-4a
II. A Man of the Year Award - Philippians 3:4b-6
III. Losses that Became Gains - Philippians 3:7-11
IV. A Challenge
I. Timothy: God’s Teenager - Philippians 2:19-24
A. Timothy had the mind of a servant
B. Timothy had the training of a servant
C. Timothy experienced the rewards of a servant
II. Epaphroditus: God’s Layman - Philippians 2:25-30
A. He had a balanced life
B. He had a concern for others
C. He had risked his life
III. A Challenge
I. Purpose to Achieve - Philippians 2:12
II. Power to Receive - Philippians 2:13
III. A Contrast between the Believer and the Nonbeliever- Philippians 2:14-15
IV. Promise to Believers- Philippians 2:16-18
V. A Challenge
I. Christ’s Humility - Philippians 2:5-8
A. Jesus did not think of Himself
B. Jesus became a servant
C. Jesus became a sacrifice
II. Christ’s Exaltation - Philippians 2:9-11
A. Actions of exaltation
B. Results of exaltation
III. A Challenge
1. “Come follow me . . .” The first step to being a disciple is to follow Jesus and be in an intimate relationship with him.
2. “. . . I will make you . . . “ The second step to being a disciple is to allow the Spirit of Christ to transform your heart so that you increasingly become more like Jesus.
3. “ . . . fishers of men.” The final step of being a disciple is to go on mission with Jesus and make disciples . . . of everyone.
I. The Boyhood Home of Jesus - Luke 2:41-53
A. The only scene
B. A summary statement
II. The Boyhood Home of Timothy - 2 Timothy 3:14-15
III. The Importance
This morning’s message is the last in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary have been doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.
Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on our third value, Share the Word through service and mission. We are commanded to serve the Lord as ambassadors. What is an ambassador? What are the responsibilities and qualifications of someone who serves as an ambassador? How can I be effective in my role as a representative of my King Jesus?
I. A Basis for Love - Philippians 2:1
A. If any encouragement from being united with Christ
B. If any comfort from his love
C. If any fellowship with the Spirit
D. If any tenderness and compassion
II. A Diversity of Love - Philippians 2:2
A. Being like-minded
B. Having the same love
C. Being one in spirit
D. Being one in purpose
III. Safeguards of Love - Philippians 2:3-4
A. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit
B. Each of you should not look only to your own interests
IV. A Challenge
This morning’s message is the seventh in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.
Today, Pastor Steve will be focusing on our third value, Share the Word through service and mission. Pastor Steve will be encouraging families and households to take a step in reaching out to others, with the intent of being Christ, and presenting Christ to those they reach.
I. The Authors: God’s Slaves; The Recipients: God’s Saints - Philippians 1:1-2
II. Paul Had People in His Mind - Philippians 1:3-6
III. Paul Had People in His Heart - Philippians 1:7-8
IV. Paul Had People in His Prayers - Philippians 1:9-11
V. A Challenge
I. Philippi: A Church with a Humble Beginning
A. A Business Woman
B. A Slave Girl
C. A Threatened Jailer
D. Prisoners who did not escape
II. Philippi: A Humbled Leadership
III. A Conclusion
We are thankful to have as our special guest Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries. As a communicator, Dr. Myers weaves together biblical insight, penetrating social commentary, fascinating research, and hilarious personal stories to motivate and challenge listeners.
This message is the sixth in the series that Pastor Steve and Pastor Mary will be doing with regard to our Mission Statement and Values.
Our Mission Statement is:
To glorify God by being disciples who make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Our Values are that we are a people called to…
KNOW the Word through worship and study,
LIVE the Word at home and in the community,
SHARE the Word through service and mission.
Today, Pastor Mary will be focusing on the second value, Live the Word at home and in the community. James challenges us to be more than just hearers of the Word of God, but to apply what we learn from the Bible to everyday life. We are called to be DOERS of the Word of God.
4. A Challenge