Sermons on Philippians
Philippians: To live is Christ
With Philippians 1:21-26, we continue our survey of Bible books. In the book of Philippians, the apostle encourages the Philippians to live a life worthy of the Gospel in a variety of ways. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the foundation: assurance of a work of grace, the summary: to live is Christ, the focus: following the example of Christ, the warning: beware of…
The Christian’s Gain in Death
In Philippians 1:12–30, the apostle Paul describes his delight in serving Christ in the present and the greater joy that awaits in the future. Pastor Pooyan Mehrshahi preaches what the world fears, the Christian welcomes; what happens at death; longing for Christ; living in the light of dying well; and those left behind.
“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is…
The Heavenly Citizens Anticipate!
In Philippians 3:20-22, Paul explains that believers have become citizens of heaven who are anticipating the coming of their king who will transform them when He comes. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the citizens eagerly waiting for Jesus, the citizens transformed by Jesus, and the citizens in glory.
“But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a…
The Work Brought to Completion on the Day of Christ
In Philippians 1:1-11, the apostle Paul expresses his confidence in the continued growth of the believers in Philippi based on the believers’ expression of faith. Using our new motto text in verse six, Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the beginning of the good work seen in believers, the…
The Responsibility of the Saints
In 1 Corinthians 6:1–8, the apostle Paul teaches the believers at Corinth how they should settle disputes. Pastor Ben Bessett answers the apostle’s questions: Do you dare go before the unjust world instead of saints to settle legal matters between Christian brothers? Do you not know your high and exalted authority? Do you choose unbelievers as judges who have no standing…
The Ambitious Christian’s Resolution
In Philippians 3:10-14, the apostle Paul lays out his resolution for the believers in the early Christian church. Mr. Paul Tamras preaches the fundamental need for forgetfulness and surpassing need to press forward.
“But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God…
Learning the Secret of Being Content
In Philippians 4:10–28, the apostle Paul reveals the secret to being content. It is a learned behavior that comes through trial and error. We do not attain this on our own, rather Christ is the one who strengthens us in all things that are holy and according to His will. In this message, Pastor Ben Bessett asks why do we struggle with being content in life, and what is…
Barricading Our Anxiety
In Philippians 4:1–8, the apostle Paul provides the remedy for the stress and worry many people experience today. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches the Bible’s answer for the anxiety we may be experiencing and the solution found by walking closely with our God.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests…
Being Balanced in the Present
In Philippians 3:12-20, the apostle Paul describes how future citizens of heaven should live in the present and also be focused on the future kingdom of Heaven as our goal and motivation for it all. Pastor Ben Bessett preaches correctly handling the past, correctly handling the present, and correctly focused on the future.
“But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind…
What Are You Living For?
In Philippians 3:1–11, the apostle Paul gives us a guide for living that leads to eternal life with Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches Paul’s instruction to guard ourselves, Paul’s past resume (old identity), and Paul’s great exchange (his new identity).
“Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have…