Posts in Philippians
Careful for Nothing - Episode 105

In this encouraging sermon, Pastor Ben teaches on the power of God's peace to bring inner strength and stability, even in the midst of life's anxieties and chaos. By entrusting our burdens to a proven, good God, we can transform our worries into peace and confidence. The message calls Christians to be confident ambassadors for Christ, focusing on what is good and trusting that God is in control.

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Missions Month 2024 | Partnering in Missions - Episode 88

In this episode, the congregation is encouraged to be intentional about missions, supporting missionaries both financially and through active participation in church activities. Drawing from Philippians 4:10-20, the discussion highlights the importance of missionary giving, the spiritual lesson of contentment in all circumstances, and the eternal rewards that come from contributing to the spread of the gospel. Join us as we explore the significance of a missionary-minded church and the impact of sharing the good news, both locally and globally.

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The Excellency of Christ - Episode 72

In this episode, Pastor Ben explores Paul's teachings from Philippians, emphasizing the joy found in Christ over worldly pursuits. He addresses the false teachings of the Judaizers, who insisted on circumcision for salvation, and reinforces Paul's message that true joy and salvation come from faith in Christ alone. Join us as we explore the essence of true joy and fulfillment in a relationship with Jesus.

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Mindful of Your Mindset - Episode 70

In this episode, Pastor Ben emphasizes the importance of unity among believers, highlighting the teachings from the letter to the Philippians. He discusses the call to live as citizens of God's kingdom, follow Jesus's example of humility and obedience, and work out our salvation by embodying Christ's selflessness. The sermon addresses how division weakens the church and how focusing on a common purpose, setting aside personal differences, and demonstrating love and humility can foster unity and strengthen the church's effectiveness.

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Missions Month 2023 | What Missions Giving Affords the Believer - Episode 101

In this message, we explore the importance of giving to missions and how it enables the peace of God in our lives. Drawing from Paul's prescription in Philippians 4, we discuss how giving to missions is an essential part of the Christian life and our partnership with the cause of God. We also delve into the idea that being committed to missions enables fruit that will abound to our account. Join us as we examine the power of giving and its impact on our spiritual lives.

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Words Matter | Permission to Complain - Epsisode 18

What if every time we complained, God took it personally as an affront to Him. That is exactly how He viewed Israel's complaining in the wilderness. He saw through their excuses to their hearts. He was not enough for them. When we complain, the problem is not our situation; it is that we've taken our eyes off the good things in life. When things can't be changed, you must change your perspective.

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Gratitude | The Gift of Gratitude - Episode 98

Suffering is a universal human experience. However, we can rejoice in physical suffering because Christ suffered the wrath of God for us so that we could have a relationship with Him. In the midst of all things, good and bad, we can find gratitude because of Christ and all we have in Him. We must divorce our gratitude from our circumstances. We can rise above our circumstances with a heart of gratitude because we have Christ.

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