Having a Proper Perspective in Difficulty

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Having a Proper Perspective in Difficulty

Philippians 1:12-18

October 6, 2024 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • Philippians 1:12–18

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In this passage from Philippians 1, Paul models the right perspective amid difficulty and challenges. He first shows us the proper perspective for difficult circumstances, focusing not on his difficulty but on what God is doing. He then helps us to have the right perspective on difficult people, modeling not a desire to fight back or justify himself but to glorify Christ. In all of life’s difficulties, we can trust that God has a purpose and seek to glorify him. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

The Picture of True Humility

November 17, 2024 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • Philippians 2:5–8

As Christians, we are called to follow the example of our Savior in living lives of humility. In this sermon from Philippians 2, Pastor Phil looks at Paul’s encouragement to follow the humble attitude and actions of Christ, where we no longer live only for ourselves but truly live for the good and blessing of one another, no matter the personal cost. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

Unity Through Humility

November 10, 2024 • Austin Farley • Philippians 2:1–4

As Christians, we are called to strive for unity in the church, which often requires great humility and self-sacrifice. In this sermon from Philippians 2, Austin Farley looks at the motivation, mindset, and heart of unity, challenging us to examine our lives to see where we may need to deny ourselves that we might better serve the Lord and his church. From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.

A Worthy Life

November 3, 2024 • Pastor Phil Kooistra • Philippians 1:27–30

How can we live a life worthy of the gospel of Jesus Christ? In this sermon from Philippians 1, Pastor Phil looks at Paul’s desire to prepare the church for suffering and to heal the division that has begun among them. He calls them and all believers to lead a worthy life by standing firm, striving together, and remaining steadfast. If God has graciously given us everything in Christ, shouldn’t we live to glorify his name? From our Sunday service at Grace Bible Church of Bend.