June 16, 2024
Pastor Philip Harike

Sermon Notes

I. We Find Joy in Jesus When His People Care for Each Other

Philippians 4:10
I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity.

Our care for one another can lead to someone experiencing joy in the Lord.

II. We Find Contentment in Jesus When We Rest in Him.

Philippians 4:11-13
Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Contentment is learned through experience.

III. We Find Eternal Reward in Jesus When We Partner Together.

Philippians 4:14-18
Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only. Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again. Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your credit. I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God.

God has designed His Kingdom to advance through partnerships.

IV. We Find Our Needs Met in Jesus When We Trust Him.

Philippians 4:19-20
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.

Jesus is the center of it all.

Next Steps

• I confess my need to keep Jesus at the center of my life.
• I commit to partnering with Calvary Baptist Church by giving my time, talent, and treasure to advance His Kingdom.
• I choose to learn contentment by focusing on Christ instead of my circumstances.

Deep Dive

1. How does our understanding of joy and prayer guide our approach to contentment, generosity, and dependence of God’s provision in our lives?
2. Read Philippians 4:14-17. Paul talks a lot about partnerships in Philippians. How are you partnering with others and the church to advance the Gospel?
3. How can we practically apply the principle of contentment in our daily lives, especially when faced with challenges or difficult situations?

Springboards

1. If you had $1 billion, how would you use it?
2. Read Philippians 4:11-13. How does our contentment impact our attitude?
3. What does Philippians 4:13 empower us to do, and how is it often taken out of context?