(Philippians iv. His miracles have made many a life path brighter, and they yield constant consolation. "And Again I Say, Rejoice" (Phil. You can do all things through Christ in respect to all worlds. Let us note, then, first, the personal bond which gives force Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureNames in the Book of Life'Other my fellow-labourers whose names are in the book of life.'--PHIL. All the saints salute you, especially they that are of Caesar's household. But, at last, a poor peasant woman came forward. Why, because between her and the babe there was a tie; that woman was the mother of the babe. 4). "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God that He may exalt you in due time." 3. She put her feet on one shelf of the rock, then on a second, and then on a third; and in this manner, amid the trembling hearts of all who were looking on, she rose to the very top of the cliff, and at last whilst the breasts of those below were heaving, came down step by step, until, amid the shouts of the villagers, she stood at the bottom of the rock with the child on her bosom. It applies to the whole life. He was eleven years of age, and during three years' sickness had manifested the most patient submission to the will of God, with a singular enlightenment of the Spirit. Everyone was dashing from shop to shop, trying to do what they needed to do and get out of the rain. iv. I can do everything through him who gives me strength (Philippians 4:13). Iv. Of our own choice we trust in Christ; of our own will, every moment we abide in Him. This is a glorious text, and one fit to be the key-note of Christmas-day. A. "I Can do all Things through Christ" (Phil. From how different a platform do they speak; one from conscious power to help, the other from conscious need of help. blessings according to their faith. For four hundred years noisy crowds have fought, and sorrowed, and fretted, beneath the dim inscription in an unknown tongue; Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy Scripture, Think on These Things' . He had had occasion to mention three of his fellow-workers, and, 'Rejoice in the Lord alway; and again I say, rejoice!'--PHIL. Before Zerubbabel the mountain shall become a plain. The brethren which are with me salute you. It is not a power that may be exercised naturally, but a science to be acquired gradually. The very test of consecration is our willingness not only to surrender the things that are wrong, but to surrender our rights, to be willing to be subject. You would probably listen with more attention to one less remote from you in years, and may be disposed to. With a flush of earnestness on his face, he tried, but found he could paint no better with the master's brush than with his own. Iv. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. 6). By His Cross and death. Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content. A. Alexander, D. D.We all need strength. For four hundred years noisy crowds have fought, and sorrowed, and fretted, beneath the dim inscription in an unknown tongue; Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureThink on These Things' . iv. It is linked with God's and made the grander for the union. He is not simply pardoned the failures of past weakness; he is prepared to be more successful in future trials. Commit means to hand over, to trust wholly to another. We need not be taught Charles Haddon SpurgeonSpurgeon's Sermons Volume 6: 1860The Bible the Great Civilizer(Fourth Sunday in Lent.) Paul was as gentle as he was strong. We need not be taught Charles Haddon SpurgeonSpurgeon's Sermons Volume 6: 1860The Bible the Great Civilizer(Fourth Sunday in Lent.) out Christ and yet considering Him as God we cannot even do evil without the strength He supplies. From how different a platform do they speak; one from conscious power to help, the other from conscious need of help. Paul was as gentle as he was strong. Now that you know peace in two different languages, I'd like to teach you what PEACE looks like in American Sign Language. "Courageous Christians neededC. The strength of the Almighty One enters into the believer. All the children are connected through the wool - this represents our fellowship in Christ. Though Paul's is not quite so universal as Christ's, it forms a pleasing testimony to the correctness of Christ's statement, and the usefulness of the promised aid.I. A. CCLI Number: 5536399By Martha Bolton & Bob SingletoniTunes Store https://geo.music.apple.com/us/album/the-word/885208630?app=itunes&at=1010l7vEApple Music h. November 24. The word and the thing crop up in every chapter, like some hidden brook, ever and anon sparkling out into the sunshine from beneath the shadows. Faith+Blessing:Say together the words from Philippians 4:5 (NRSV) while doing the following actions: Let your gentleness(flat hands palms facing body circle each other) be known to everyone(open hands and arms out). Whether conscious or unconscious of it, we are all weak. So should our gratitude be.(J. We shall use the figure of a fortress, which is to be kept. He healed the sick; sickness can be better borne. Though Paul's is not quite so universal as Christ's, it forms a pleasing testimony to the correctness of Christ's statement, and the usefulness of the promised aid.I. )PeopleClement, Epaphroditus, Euodias, Paul, Philippians, SyntychePlacesMacedonia, Philippi, ThessalonicaTopicsAble, Anything, Christ, Christ's, Gives, Power, Strength, Strengtheneth, Strengthening, StrengthensOutline1. Surely that was making bricks without straw, and even if it was the name of the Lord and the church, it was the devil's bondage. Our power "through Christ which strengthens us" is limitless. God sends not His servants on their own charges; but "He is able to make all grace abound towards us, that we, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound unto every good work." This continual refrain of gladness is all the more remarkable if we remember the Apostle's circumstances. So does all the lifting power of the Christian come from the currents of spiritual influence which flow into his heart from the living Jesus. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.'--PHIL. 7). All of the timeREJOICE! IN Jesus' Name we pray, AMEN. By supplying us with the great motive power His constraining love.5. It may not be easy to see what this text has to do with the story of Joseph, which we have just been reading, or with the meaning of the Bible of which I have been speaking to you Charles KingsleyThe Gospel of the PentateuchPreface. Paul gives particular instances, then generalizes. 8. Iv. The word and the thing crop up in every chapter, like some hidden brook, ever and anon sparkling out into the sunshine from beneath the shadows. Howbeit Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureGifts Given, Seed Sown'And ye yourselves also know, ye Philippians, that in the beginning of the Gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church had fellowship with me in the matter of giving and receiving, but ye only; for even in Thessalonica ye sent once and again unto my need. This is a glorious text, and one fit to be the key-note of Christmas-day. iv. Pride says it can obey God and does not. How does Christ strengthen us?1. Similarly, in a high spiritual sense, we can do nothing good without Him. Thou art, if not the only, yet the chief object of their labours, their work being either to confirm and strengthen thee in thy way, that thou mayest so stand fast in the Lord, or remove impediments, make crooked things, (Sunday before Christmas.) We shall use the figure of a fortress, which is to be kept. It may not be easy to see what this text has to do with the story of Joseph, which we have just been reading, or with the meaning of the Bible of which I have been speaking to you Charles KingsleyThe Gospel of the Pentateuch, Preface. We begin our Christian life by working, trying and struggling in the energy of the flesh to save Rev. This is a glorious text, and one fit to be the key-note of Christmas-day. Happy day if you have exchanged burdens and laid down your loads at His blessed feet to take up His own instead. 6). Today we're going to celebrate that with a parade. Chapter 9 The Three Essentials of T. It is too sensible to aim after impossibilities, or to increase the infelicities of life by fretfulness. As in all his letters, the Apostle follows the natural instinct of making his last words loving words. By working faith in us, which brings us into vital union with Him who is the source of strength.II. What is the way to lay your burden down? Stop the flow of the current for one instant and the huge horseshoe dropped. A. You would probably listen with more attention to one less remote from you in years, and may be disposed to Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureHow to Obey an Impossible Injunction'Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God.'--PHIL. 1. Two speakers, Divine-human and human. 'But I rejoice in the Lord greatly, that now at length ye have revived your thought for me; wherein ye did indeed take thought, but ye lacked opportunity. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Every word of His is the bread of life.4. )The hidden source of powerA minister says: "The other day I was up in Lancashire, and my host took me to see one of those monster factories which are the wonders of civilization, covering acres of ground nobody knows how many stories high, and how many hundreds of windows they have to let in the light upon the industrious work people inside. New International Version Update. We shall use the figure of a fortress, which is to be kept. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. "I can do all things through Christ" (Phil. 3. "Without me nothing." We rest not for resting's sake but for work's sake. (Text in conjunction with John 15:5.) Chapter 4 The Praying that Glorifies God (John 14:13.) out Christ and yet considering Him as God we cannot even do evil without the strength He supplies. 13). Let there be love to Christ and to souls in your hearts, and greater wonders will be accomplished. 5). You will find that His burden is always light. It applies to the whole life. The letters of Paul can have challenging content to teach to children (adults too!). We know God is with us. 6). St. Paul writes of "all things," as though there were many things to be done in the power of Christ. and as to Christ thy Lord, most comely "as the lily among thorns," being his "love among the daughters," Cant. One a great Giver, the other a great receiver. "The peace that passes all understanding" is the very breath of God in the soul. iv. Chapter 2 Our Requests Made Known unto God (Philippians 4:6.) Not our ignorance, for He is our teacher; not our feebleness, for He never breaks the bruised reed; not our sinfulness, for He is our Saviour.4. No Christian worker can ever be used of God until the proud self-will is broken, and the heart is ready to yield to God's Rev. Two speakers, Divine-human and human. "For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." Inasmuch as the heart is the most important part of man--for out of it are the issues of life--it would be natural to expect that Satan, when he intended to do mischief to manhood, would be sure to make his strongest Charles Haddon SpurgeonSpurgeon's Sermons Volume 4: 1858, ContentmentWe, my brethren, might well be willing to endure Paul's infirmities, and share the cold dungeon with him, if we too might by any means attain unto such a degree of contentment. The brethren which are with me salute you. "Be careful for nothing" (Phil. "Let Your Moderation be Known unto all Men" (Phil. This assurance covers all the necessities of our Christian life perseverance, cross-bearing and self-crucifixion, Christian work, the prospect and experience of death.(S. What a work there is to do! showing how he rejoiced at their generosity toward him while in prison.19. And as to Christ Thy LordPreface. Not that I seek for the gift; but I seek for the fruit that increaseth to your account. I cannot burn! B. For years he had not known one day's rest. The word Jehovah means the self-existing One, the "I am"; and it is generally used as a direct revelation of what God is. A. Alexander, D. D.We all need strength. . No Christian worker can ever be used of God until the proud self-will is broken, and the heart is ready to yield to God's, "Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God" (Phil. "Be Careful for Nothing; but in Everything by Prayer and Supplication with Thanksgiving Let Your Requests be Made Known unto God" (Phil. 6. Swallow. As I walked in and through those rooms, and went from one story to another, and saw the rolling of the pinions and heard the rattling of the wheels, and felt the vibration of the floor beneath my feet, while the raw material was being, as by magic, brought out at the other end to be a robe for a peasant or a prince, I said, 'Why, where in the world is the motive power that sets all this to work?' What is the way to lay your burden down? Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. As I walked in and through those rooms, and went from one story to another, and saw the rolling of the pinions and heard the rattling of the wheels, and felt the vibration of the floor beneath my feet, while the raw material was being, as by magic, brought out at the other end to be a robe for a peasant or a prince, I said, 'Why, where in the world is the motive power that sets all this to work?' Over its western portal may still be read, graven on a brazen plate, the words, 'Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.' iv. Offer some examples of world records, describing how extraordinary they seem. Iv. Howbeit Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureGifts Given, Seed Sown'And ye yourselves also know, ye Philippians, that in the beginning of the Gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church had fellowship with me in the matter of giving and receiving, but ye only; for even in Thessalonica ye sent once and again unto my need. Then his life-power flows through us. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.' iv. The battle that begins with holy reliance on God means victory. 4:13 in context. 13). We need not be taught, (Fourth Sunday in Lent.) Jesus doesn't give you the ability to fly or win football games or get a perfect score on the SAT. Similarly, in a high spiritual sense, we can do nothing good without Him. A. And then he goes on to tell them, and all Christian people, why they should make up their Charles KingsleyTown and Country SermonsTable of ContentsChapter 1 The Fellowship of Prayer (Philippians 4:6.) 8. Iv. "Be Careful for Nothing" (Phil. As in all his letters, the Apostle follows the natural instinct of making his last words loving words. 4). These closing words fall into three unconnected parts, a doxology, greetings, and a benediction. F. B. Tinling, B. A.In the days of bloody Mary a poor Protestant was condemned to be burned alive. I know how to be abased, and I know also how to abound: in everything and in all things have I learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in want. Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content. Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14 Denomination: Wesleyan Beyond The Limits Of Expectation Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Aug 12, 2011 based on 5 ratings | 6,850 views Understanding the discipline of 1) Managing Your Action 2) Guarding Your Attitude 3) Giving Your Assets 4). Not only did it hang there but it upheld four thousand pounds weight attached to it! Even if the sentences are read through slowly, just as they stand, a deep sense of blessing and rest steals into T. A. THE DIVINE ASSERTION. Sloth says it cannot and need not. All the saints salute you, especially they that are of Caesar's household. THE HUMAN CONFIRMATION. iv. Beloved, are you there? Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therein to be content. We must look out of ourselves; and to save us from a vain search God sets Christ before us as our strength and strengthener.I. "Let your moderation be known unto all men" (Phil. "The peace that passes all understanding" is the very breath of God in the soul. But I have all things, and abound: I am filled, having received from Epaphroditus the things that came from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScripturePrayer Perfumed with PraiseThe point to which I would draw your attention is this: that whether it be the general prayer or the specific supplication we are to offer either or both "with thanksgiving." No Christian worker can ever be used of God until the proud self-will is broken, and the heart is ready to yield to God's Rev. A. iv. He hoped he could survive there, finding roots and berries to eat and avoiding all wild animals. So should our gratitude be.(J. Those Suffolk horses which will pull at a post till they drop are worth a thousand times as much as jibbing animals that run back as soon as ever the collar begins to press them.(C. He's here to meet us, he's here to meet you; he's bought you with his own Son's life. Winsome courtesy and delicate considerateness lay in his character, in beautiful union with fiery impetuosity and undaunted tenacity of conviction. Instinctively, my wife and I both knew who it was and I answered the call with a dull numbness, as if I'd been maced with Novocain. The horseshoe magnet was not welded or glued to the metal above it, but through the iron wire coiled round it there ran a subtle current of electricity from a galvanic battery. Iv. Paul gives particular instances, then generalizes. So does all the lifting power of the Christian come from the currents of spiritual influence which flow into his heart from the living Jesus. I went to visit him. F. B. Tinling, B. A.In the days of bloody Mary a poor Protestant was condemned to be burned alive. Winsome courtesy and delicate considerateness lay in his character, in beautiful union with fiery impetuosity and undaunted tenacity of conviction. 4. and as to Christ thy Lord, most comely "as the lily among thorns," being his "love among the daughters," Cant. But he was not discouraged. Not by miracle or magic; not by acting upon us without our knowledge or against our will, but through our own intelligent and active powers.2. I have a really cool bunch of friends to share with you today, boys and girls. iv. 'There,' said he, 'is the mighty force that sets the work in motion. 20-23 (R.V.). In all life's experiences, conflicts, emergencies, Christ has preceded us. You will find that His burden is always light. Dancing In The Rain. Beloved, are you there? As in all his letters, the Apostle follows the natural instinct of making his last words loving words. It is a good thing to rejoice in the Lord. It applies to the whole life. There are two hands there--God's hand pressing us down, humbling us, and then God's hand lifting Rev. B. SimpsonDays of Heaven Upon Earth March 10. If we turn from this various help to Christ personally and then remember that He is with us, immutable in His love, unfailing in His resources, unwearied in His oversight, we can understand what Paul meant. THE DIVINE ASSERTION. Chapter 3 God's Peace Obtained in Answer to Prayer (Philippians 4:6, 7.) 6. Kids (2) Teen (2) . I cannot burn! It is remarkable how timid and doubting Christians have in time of trial behaved most bravely. Not our ignorance, for He is our teacher; not our feebleness, for He never breaks the bruised reed; not our sinfulness, for He is our Saviour.4. Go not forth till thou hast first prayed. The Christian becomes "a law unto himself," but behind the Christian and the law is the great Inspirer Christ. His miracles have made many a life path brighter, and they yield constant consolation. L. Cuyler, D. D.)The secret of fortitudeJ. I. "And again I say, rejoice" (Phil. This story illustration will help kids remember how very important children are to Jesus, even today. 7). iv. The very words of the next text might suggest this, even if we did not know it from experience. B. SimpsonDays of Heaven Upon Earth August 24. '"Power through the Spirit of ChristW. Paul gives particular instances, then generalizes. July 31, 2022 Eighth Sunday after Pentecost . The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.'--PHIL. Christ can settle you. I know how to be abased, and I know also how to abound: in everything and in all things have I learned the secret both to be filled and to be hungry, both to abound and to be in want. You would probably listen with more attention to one less remote from you in years, and may be disposed to Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy ScriptureHow to Obey an Impossible Injunction'Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known unto God.'--PHIL. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. The brethren which are with me salute you. Iv. 6). "And again I say, rejoice" (Phil. I. We have written a children's sermon series based on the scripture verses in Philippians. Do you suppose your Father will let you carry the banner of His victory and His gladness on to, "Let your moderation be known unto all men" (Phil. B. Iv. "Without me nothing." Not that I seek for the gift; but I seek for the fruit that increaseth to your account. iv. Yours is a very heavy one. "Come after me and I will make you fishers of men.". 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