This sermon, our message from Philippians will be about Christ-centered friendship.
Especially now more than ever right now, friendships and relationships are something we can’t take for granted. In times of difficulty, friends can make all the difference.
We see that in Paul’s life throughout the many trials he experienced. We’ll see in Philippians that Paul's friendships were a huge part of his ability to thrive in trials and were core to his effectiveness in ministry.
Read Philippians 4:10-23 for this message
Christ-Centered Peace
June 14, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message we’ll continue in our study of Philippians. The big idea of this whole book is Paul encouraging us to stand firm, even when things around us are uncertain. What a perfect book for us to be studying in 2020!
We’re starting into Chapter 4 of Philippians this sermon, in which we learn that as Christians we have everything we need to stand firm in an uncertain world because of knowing Christ and being found in Him.
Read Philippians 4:1-9 for this sermon
Christ-Centered Perseverance
May 31, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This sermon in Philippians is all about perseverance.
It’s amazing how the Bible is so timeless and relevant to life today, in ways we couldn’t have even pictured when we planned this series on Philippians.
As we finish chapter 3 of Philippians, Paul reminds us to follow his example. He reminds us that we are citizens of heaven, and we have a place with God beyond this life. It’s living with this perspective that allows us to persevere with our eyes fixed on God….no matter what comes our way.
Read Philippians 3:15-4:1 to be ready for this message.
Christ-Centered Passion
May 24, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
We’re continuing our study in Philippians that has been full of timeless principles and insights for our situation today.
This message, we’ll look at how Paul encourages his readers to press on and continue to live for God.
He encourages us to keep our eyes focused on our calling and our citizenship in heaven.
Read Philippians 3:10-16 for this message.
Christ-Centered Confidence
May 17, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message, we’ll be continuing in our study of Philippians.
As we start Chapter 3, it’s all about how our confidence must be anchored in Jesus. Paul describes all the privileges and advantages he had in life, and how even if you take those all away, he can still rejoice in Jesus.
It’s certainly a timely passage for right now, as we are learning to live without so many things we're used to. And when only the essential things remain, it allows us to see where we truly place our hope and our confidence.
We’ve also seen many people place their trust in Jesus in these last few weeks, and when all that is normal is pulled away, we can so clearly see the importance of where we put our confidence and our trust.
Read Philippians 3:1-9 for this message.
Christ-Centered Leadership
May 3, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message, as we continue in Philippians we’ll be looking at how to lead with Christ-centered leadership.
When we talk about leadership, too often people don’t see themselves as leaders, but the reality is that we are all responsible to lead ourselves. You might be responsible for leadership at work, and leadership also matters at home and in your social circles.
In this message, we’ll see several examples of leaders who honored God well.
We’ll see several leadership lessons that apply, no matter where you lead. We’ll also see the tremendous impact that one person can have when they choose to lead in a way that honors God.
Read Philippians 2:19-30 for this sermon.
Christ-Centered Obedience
April 26, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message we'll be continuing in our series on Philippians.
We'll be continuing on chapter 2, and specifically learning about the importance of our obedience to Christ.
We'll see how as Christians, our obedience to God is an integral part of developing our faith. We'll also see several insights from this passage that are very practical for this season of life today.
Read Philippians 2:12-18 for this message.
Christ Centered Humility
April 19, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This sermon, we're back in our series from Philippians. Pastor Ben will be teaching about living for Jesus with a humility that puts God and others first.
Read Philippians 2:1-11 for this Sunday.
Christ-Centered Unity
April 5, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message, we’re going to continue in our series on the book of Philippians.
It’s times like these, when we are especially reminded of the importance of community. Even when we can’t be together, Zoom calls, FaceTime, a text, or even a phone call means so much. And this is especially true for the local church.
Without unity we not only lack the necessary courage to endure the crisis with joy and hope, but we badly compromise our mission to the world. For God's people, unity in Christ is everything.
This sermon we will explore the importance of building a strong sense of unity in our church family, even in these days ahead and how this is vital to our relationship with Jesus.
Read Philippians 1:27-30 for this message.
Christ-Centered Optimism
March 22, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This sermon, we'll continue our series through the book of Philippians.
In some ways, Paul’s situation in Rome, while writing his letter to the church in Philippi, parallels what is happening to us in this pandemic. He’s confined to his residence under the threat of death, with no freedom to be out and about. He’s under house arrest in iron chains with a trained killer on the other end—an elite Roman guard.
Paul’s chains are a kind of metaphor for our own pandemic "chains" with a killer on the other end—COVID-19.
Last message, we learned why Paul rejoiced in his troubles. The core passion of his life was happening--the gospel was advancing through his faith story and through fellow believers who were emboldened by his example to share Christ more openly with their neighbors.
This sermon, Paul looks to the uncertain future and we'll see why he is confident to continue to rejoicing even in his chains. Paul's example provides real and relevant wisdom for us as we navigate through this pandemic.
Christ-Centered Perspective
March 15, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
Last week we started a new series on the book of Philippians.
Paul was writing to his dear friends in the city of Philippi while he was under arrest in Rome.
In his letter, Paul describes how every setback and challenge in his life was an opportunity to live for Christ. Paul’s words were more than just mere theory, he wrote this letter while chained to Roman guards.
This message, as we study Philippians, we’ll learn about how to keep a Christ-centered perspective in everyday life.
Read Philippians 1:12-26 for this message.
Christ-Centered Joy
March 8, 2020 • Pastor Ben Cross
This message, we will start a new series on the New Testament book of Philippians. In this brief, but powerful letter, the apostle Paul teaches his close friends how to live anxiety-free, joy-filled lives, even in the middle of life’s most difficult times.
Read Philippians 1:1-11 for this message.
