Sermons on Philippians

Worthy of Worship (Philippians 2:5-11)

November 10, 2024Passage:  Philippians 2:5-11Speaker:  Pastor Josh HollandMain Point:  Jesus is worthy of worship as my Creator, my Savior and my God. I. Reflect on the humiliation of Son of Man.  (5-8)            A. Jesus Christ thought of others, not himself.            B. Jesus came to serve and does so even now.            C. Jesus walked in my…

Youth Sunday – Eyes on Christ Alone (Philippians 3:1-11)

June 9, 2024  (Youth Sunday)Passage:  Philippians 3:1-11Speaker:  Steven NeelyMain Point:  Focus on Christ, He is what saves. I. Focus on and rejoice in the Lord, but also be aware of false teachings. (1-3)            A. Rejoice in the Lord; it safeguards us. (1)            B. Be aware of false teachers. (2)            C. We worship Jesus by the…

Paul – A Lesson In Repentance (Philippians 3:5-9)

June 26, 2022Passage:  Philippians 3:5-9; Acts 22:3, 26:4-5; Acts 9:1-9; 2 Corinthians 13:5Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  God offers a new destiny to all who trust in Jesus. I. Most people want to do well with life and then go to heaven.         A. Paul had a good family and impressed everyone.  (Philippians 3:5-9; Acts 22:3, 26:4-5)        …

Euodia & Syntyche – We Are All One in Christ (Philippians 4:2)

June 28, 2020Passage:  Philippians 4:2Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  We are one in Christ so we must behave that way. I. Every church eventually faces conflict.         A. Euodia and Syntyche are at odds.         B. Conflict is a theme in the book of Philippians.         C. The true partner (suzugos) is asked to help. II. The threat of…

Be Generous (Philippians 4)

January 27, 2019Passage:  Philippians 4Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Staying centered on Christ keeps us from straying. I. Learn to let go in self-importance.  (v1-9)            A. Take care of your relationships for the sake of unity.            B. There is peace in the presence of Jesus.   Philippians 4:6-7 II. Learn to let go in material things.  (v10-20)           …

Be Joyful (Philippians 3)

January 20, 2019Passage:  Philippians 3Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Focusing on Jesus will guide your entire life to maturity. I. Rejoicing in Jesus is our protection.  (v 1-9)            A. We boast only in Jesus Christ.            B. Nothing is more valuable than knowing Jesus. II. Conforming to Jesus is our life goal.  (v 10-14)            A. We make…

Be Humble (Philippians 2)

January 13, 2019Passage:  Philippians 2Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Consider others more important than yourself. I. Unity is preserved through humility.  (v1-11)            A. Unity is worth protecting.            B. Humility’s best example is Jesus.  Philippians 2:3 II. Unity requires diligent care.  (v12-18)            A. The church labors to produce unity.  Philippians 2:12, Acts 7:25, 13:26, 13:47, 16:17, 27:34,…

Be Confident (Philippians 1)

January 6, 2019Passage:  Philippians 1Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  The satisfied life is serving Christ. I. Be thankful for what God is doing.  (v1-11)            A. You are on a journey of becoming complete.            B. Challenges are places to grow not give up. II. Watch the gospel change lives.  (v12-20)            A. Even defeat is turned into victory.           …

Selfless Service (Philippians 2:6-11)

December 23, 2018Passage:  Philippians 2:6-11Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Jesus left the glory of heaven to serve the needs of a dark world. I. Glory was traded for grime.   (6-7)            A. Jesus is God.            B. But Jesus did not cling to His glory.            C. He took on humanity. II. Jesus humbled Himself to death on a…