Gospel Blessing to Gospel Living (Phil 2.1-4)
I. Be Blessed by the Gospel of Christ (2:1) Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. II. Live Out the Gospel in Love (2:2-4) A. Be United in Your Relationships (2:2) B. Be Humble in Your Attitude (2:3) C. Be Selfless in Your Service (2:4) 2 Corinthians 5:15, 1 Corinthians […]
To Live and to Die for Christ (Philippians 1:18b-26)
I. To Live is Christ (1:18b-21) A. What is your life? (1:18-20) B. Do you love Christ with your whole heart? (1:21a) Romans 12:1 (NASB95) 1 Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. […]
The Joy of Gospel Ministry (Philippians 1:3-7)
Key Idea: There is joy in gospel ministry when we experience gospel grace. Two foundations of joy in serving: In serving, we must appreciate our front row seat to grace.
Jesus is Better (Phil 1:12-18a)
I. Jesus > Our Sufferings (1:12-13) II. Jesus > Our Fears (1:14) III. Jesus > Us (1:15-18a)
Captive for Christ (Philippians 1:3-11)
I. How to Participate in Christ’s Gospel (1:3-6) II. How to Love Christ’s Church (1:3-11)
The Church: The Family of God (Philippians 1:1-11)
Transformed by Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:1-2)
Key idea: Philippians shows us that Christ transforms sinners into saints through the power of the gospel. I. The Power of the Gospel in Philippi (1:1) II. The Power of the Gospel in You (1:2)
Growing Up to Be Like Jesus Christ (Philippians 3:17)
Key idea: Grow up to be like Jesus Christ I. To Grow Up to Be Like Christ, Copy Paul II. To Grow Up to Be Like Christ, Copy Godly People
Knowing Jesus (Philippians 3:7-11)
Fruit, Faith, and the Gospel: Peace
Key idea: Peace is found not in our circumstances but is a confidence and rest in God and his goodness. Three ways to invite God’s presence, grow our faith, and cultivate peace:
