Silver Lining

The Secret to True Contentment

September 1, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin • Philippians 4:10–23

This week Pastor Brent uncovers the intertwined themes of gratitude and contentment in Philippians 4. Just like the Apostle Paul, we can find true contentment in the midst of our most challenging circumstances. Brent contrasts the "More Strategy" with the "Enough Strategy," offering practical guidance on resisting the allure of materialism and embracing God's sufficiency.

Anchored and Agile

August 18, 2024 • Joe Skillen • Philippians 4:1–9

This week Pastor Joe explores the balance between stability and flexibility in faith, using Philippians 4:1-9. Forgiveness is a crucial anchor point of Christianity, and we also need to prioritize adaptability in spreading the gospel. Joe encourages us to find stability in Jesus while remaining open to new perspectives and growth in our faith journeys.

Relentless Pursuit

August 11, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin • Philippians 3:12–21

We all have many goals and objectives in life, but the apostle Paul modeled how deepening our relationship with Jesus should be our primary, endless, relentless pursuit. While this kind of life requires significant effort, it also leads to improved relationships, increased joy, peace, and purpose.

Knowing Christ Fully

August 4, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin • Philippians 3:1–11

Pastor Brent delivers a sermon on Philippians 3:1-11, emphasizing the importance of rejoicing in the Lord despite challenges and focusing on knowing Christ personally rather than relying on religious rituals or rule-following. He encourages the congregation to deepen their relationship with Jesus, stressing that true righteousness comes through faith in Christ, not through adherence to religious laws or traditions.

Participating with Jesus to Overcome the World

July 28, 2024 • Pastor Kevin Friedberg

Pastor Kevin's sermon focuses on overcoming worldly troubles through partnership with Jesus. He emphasizes four key ways: prayer, aligning plans with God's will, partnering with others in faith, and trusting in God's provision. He concludes by stressing the ultimate victory comes from "dying to the world" by following Jesus's example of self-denial and sacrifice.

A Life Worthy of the Gospel

July 21, 2024 • Joe Skillen

Throughout the book of Philippians, we see that in spite of hardship and suffering, hope always wins. In this new eight-week series, Pastor Brent and Pastor Joe will give us helpful perspectives as we aim to spot the silver lining and live for God's glory!

How to Find Hope in Dark Days

July 14, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin • Philippians 1:12–26

This week Pastor Brent explores Paul's perspective on finding positivity in challenging situations. For Christians, there's always a silver lining in God's love and grace, even in the darkest times. Brent encourages believers to intentionally seek out the good that God brings from difficult circumstances, and to consider their primary motivation for living as advancing the Gospel.

Strength and Purpose Through Faith

June 30, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin

Pastor Brent discusses Philippians 1:1-11 and notes five key points we can gain from this section of Paul's letter.

Rejoicing in Chains

June 23, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin

In this sermon, Pastor Brent gives a background of Paul's experience in Philippi and outlines lessons we can learn from Acts 16 in the story of Lydia, Paul, Silas, and the Philippian jailer.

Ridgepoint Church

In this series through Philippians, we see that in spite of hardship and suffering, hope always wins. Live for God's glory!