Pastor's Outlines

    Rejoice in the Lord- 3   TITLE : Joyous Perspective TEXT: Phil. 1:12-18 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage believers to fix their perspective on gospel advance. TEACH: I want you to imagine two friends, one named Alex, the other Jamie. Both look at a glass that is half full of water. Alex looks at the glass and sees it as half full. He focuses on the water that is present and considers the possibilities. “Look at this! We have half a glass of water! We can use it to quench our thirst, make lemonade, or even water a plant!” Alex thinks about all the positive things they can do with the water. His optimistic view fills him with hope and motivation. He feels grateful for what they have and excited about the opportunities ahead.   Jamies, on the other hand, looks at the same glass and sees it as half empty. She focuses on what is missing. “We only have half a glass of water. That’s not enough! What if we ge...

    Rejoice in the Lord- 2 TITLE: Joyous Foundations! TEXT: Philippians 1:3-11 TONE: Encouragement TARGET: Believers TASK: To encourage believers to reflect on God’s past faithfulness, to intercede for others, and to have true godly affection in their hearts. TEACH: In construction, a solid foundation ensures that building can withstand external forces such as weather, earthquakes, and time. Similarly, in personal development, strong foundational beliefs, values, and skills provide stability in the face of life’s challenges. Structures built on solid foundations are more likes to stand the test of time. Good foundations provide stability, strength, and longevity. As a matter a fact, the stronger the foundation the higher the floors. So it is with Christian, when our foundations are solid then the whole body stands tall.   If you think about the alternative, which are weak foundational elements. If you are not building upon your life b...