Philippians
Pastor David Caldwell
Gospel-Centered Generosity
March 7, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell
Main Idea Christians are encouraged to be generous in their giving as an expression of their partnership in the gospel and worship of God, who supplies all our needs. 1. Motivation of Generosity (vv. 14-16) 2. Surpassing Value of Generosity (vv. 17-18) 3. Promise of Generosity (vv. 19-20)
Gospel-Centered Contentment
February 28, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell
Main Idea Christians learn the joy and confidence of contentment as they trust God and His providential purposes for their lives. 1. The Joy of Contentment (v. 10) 2. The School of Contentment (vv. 11-12) 3. The Confidence of Contentment (v. 13)
Gospel-Centered Joy and Peace
February 14, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 4:4–7
Main Idea Gospel-centered joy and peace are the result of obeying four exhortations from Paul as we remember the nearness of the Lord. 1. Rejoice in the Lord (v. 4) 2. Pursue gentleness in your relationships (v. 5) 3. Do not be anxious about anything (v. 6) 4. Pray with thanksgiving to God (vv. 6-7)
Gospel-Centered Unity
February 7, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 4:1–3
Main Idea We are called to strive for unity in the church. Four principles of striving for unity in the church 1. Stand firm in the Lord (v. 1) 2. Live in harmony in the Lord (v. 2) 3. Help others reconcile (v. 3) 4. Remember the reason for unity (v. 3)
Gospel-Centered Citizenship
January 31, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 3:17–21
Main Idea We should follow the example of those who are heavenly-minded as we eagerly wait for Christ’s return. Three directives for our Gospel-Centered Citizenship 1. Imitate those who are heavenly-minded (v. 17) 2. Avoid those who are worldly-minded (vv. 18-19) 3. Remember your heavenly citizenship (vv. 20-21)
Gospel-Centered Pursuit of Christ
January 24, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 3:12–16
Main Idea We are called to passionately pursue Christ by following Paul’s example. Three Features of Paul’s Example 1. Paul’s Perspective (v. 12) 2. Paul’s Pursuit (vv. 13-14) 3. Paul’s Pronouncement (vv. 15-16)
Our Need for Gospel-Centered Righteousness: Part 2
January 17, 2021 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 3:12–16
Main Idea We are called to passionately pursue Christ by following Paul’s example. Three Features of Paul’s Example 1. Paul’s Perspective (v. 12) 2. Paul’s Pursuit (vv. 13-14) 3. Paul’s Pronouncement (vv. 15-16)
Examples of Gospel-Centered Servants
November 22, 2020 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 2:19–30
Main Idea Timothy and Epaphroditus are examples of how to live in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ that Paul has explained in 1:27-2:18. o Timothy (vv. 19-24) His commitment His heart His sacrifice o Epaphroditus (vv. 25-30) His commitment His heart His sacrifice
Gospel-Centered Behavior
November 15, 2020 • Pastor David Caldwell
Main Idea Living out our salvation with fear and trembling is characterized by pursuing holiness in our conduct as we find joy in presenting our bodies as a living and holy sacrifice to God. o Conduct of the children of God o Joy of the children of God
Gospel-Centered Living | Part 2
October 4, 2020 • Pastor David Caldwell • Philippians 2:1–4
Main Idea Gospel-centered living in the church is characterized by unity. Four Features of Unity in the Church Foundation of unity (v. 1) Command of unity (v. 2) Attitude of unity (v. 2) Demonstration of unity (vv. 3-4)