Sermons on Philippians

Confidence in the Gospel (Philippians 1: 6-8)

Confidence in the Gospel (1:6-8) Paul’s joy and gratitude in prayer are explained and defended in verses 6-8 before he prays for their ongoing spiritual maturity. Verse 6 is a pivotal verse that really establishes his gratitude and prayer for the saints in Philippi. Pray and Read Philippians 1:6-8. Many pastors have an entrepreneurial spirit. They like to cast a vision and develop a plan to fulfill that vision. But, so often, the strategy that underlies the vision and the plan…

Partnership in the Gospel (Philippians 1:3-5)

Paul opens with a brief greeting and benediction. He refers to himself and Timothy as servants. He had no need to defend his apostolic authority with the saints in Philippi (Acts 16). In this next section he includes his usual thanksgiving. Pray and Read Philippians 1:3-5. It has never been easy to develop the kind of community that lasts. Just as companies open and close, so groups form and dissolve frequently. It is rare to be a part of something that…