Last week in our study in Philippians we saw the enemies of the cross of Christ described by Paul. It’s not exactly a pleasant task to examine the enemies of the cross described by Paul … Our Heavenly Home and Hope – Philippians 3:20-21Read more
Enemies of the Cross of Christ – Phil. 3:18-19
Good examples are important aren’t they? There was a Christian father who was explaining to his little boy what a Christian is—in his innocence the youngster looked up and said, “Dad, have I ever seen … Enemies of the Cross of Christ – Phil. 3:18-19Read more
Road grime
Kevin—my oldest son—and I were traveling today—I had an appointment for a root canal. It was a bright and beautiful sunny Friday afternoon with temperatures in the 40’s—not bad for northern Michigan in early February. … Road grimeRead more
Follow My Example – Philippians 3:17
We’ll be looking in a moment at Philippians 3:17, but I’d like to look first for a moment at 1 John 2:6. He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just … Follow My Example – Philippians 3:17Read more
Pressing On – Philippians 3:12-16
This is an amusing story from the Christian Reader. My five-year-old grandnephew was obviously worried as he looked down the long aisle of the church where his aunt was to be married the following day. … Pressing On – Philippians 3:12-16Read more
Righteousness From God by Faith – Philippians 3:9-11
Kevin A. Pierpont Higgins Lake Baptist Church 01/09/05 During the month of December we took a break from our study in Philippians so we could focus on the birth of Christ. Today I’d like to … Righteousness From God by Faith – Philippians 3:9-11Read more
Journaling as spiritual discipline
I’m surveying the ground that is 2005 and I see a vast field of opportunity ahead for spiritual progress. Making spiritual progress in the year ahead for most of us will take a measure of … Journaling as spiritual disciplineRead more
First Day of Winter
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How Well Can You Count? – Philippians 3:4-8
Kevin A. Pierpont Higgins Lake Baptist Church 11/28/04 Did you know that many people live under the illusion that good people go to heaven? Some assume that if you can just live a good enough … How Well Can You Count? – Philippians 3:4-8Read more
True Christianity – Philippians 3:2-3
Kevin A. Pierpont Higgins Lake Baptist Church 11/21/04 Last week we talked about rejoicing in the Lord. We learned that for the Christian, rejoicing is commanded. If you are a Christian, part of the package … True Christianity – Philippians 3:2-3Read more
Rejoice in the Lord – Philippians 3:1
Sometimes I wonder if most Christians really know how to rejoice in the Lord. Really rejoice in all circumstances—good and bad.
Epaphroditus’ Sacrificial Service – Philippians 2:25-30
In previous studies in the second chapter of Philippians we’ve learned that if we are Christians we are to be bright lights that shine in the darkness of the world around us and we are … Epaphroditus’ Sacrificial Service – Philippians 2:25-30Read more